Recreation Assistant – After School Program 2026/2027

City of St Helens; Saint Helens (OR); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

The City of St Helens is seeking a part-time Recreation Assistant for their After School Program. This role provides an opportunity to engage with youth through fun activities and require strong leadership and initiative.

Responsibilities include facilitating safe activities, providing clerical support, and collaborating with the Recreation team. Candidates must be 18 and over, CPR certified, and have experience working with youth.

Compensation is $15.45 per hour, with a schedule of 12 to 20 hours per week starting August 24th.

Qualifications

• Must be age 18 or older.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of hire.
• Experience working with youth in group settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in facilitating engaging activities for youth.
• Monitor equipment and facilities.
• Provide clerical support for program registration.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis management

Communication

Job description

Recreation Assistant – After School Program

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding part-time position? Do you enjoy working with children in group settings and making a positive impact in your community? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Position Overview

The Recreation Assistant supports the After School Program by helping facilitate engaging, safe, and inclusive activities for youth. This role requires strong leadership, accountability, and a genuine passion for working with children in structured group environments.

Requirements

• Must be age 18 or older.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified (or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of hire).
• Confirmed experience working with youth in group settings (e.g., camps, classrooms, recreation programs). Babysitting alone does not meet this requirement.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to take initiative.
• Ability to remain calm and think critically in stressful situations.
• Must pass a background check through the St. Helens School District.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in staff meetings and team planning.
• Assist with public outreach including flyers, brochures, and recreation catalogs.
• Monitor and maintain equipment, supplies, and facilities.
• Support the Parks and Recreation Manager in overseeing youth activities and ensuring proper supervision and engagement.
• Collaborate with the Recreation team to deliver diverse, inclusive, and health-focused programming.
• Provide clerical support including program registration, answering phones, and maintaining communication with other divisions or agencies.
• Respond to public inquiries and help promote the recreational program.
• A full list of job duties is available upon request during the interview.

Schedule

• Part-Time: 12 to 20 hours a week.
  Monday -Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:15 PM
  Start August 24th through end of the school year June 24, 2027.

Compensation

• $15.45 per hour