Recreation Program Assistant

Forsyth County; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth County is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Program Assistant to support teaching and facilitation of program activities, while maintaining direct communication with the Program Coordinator and assisting the Team Leader in planning, implementation and evaluation. The role supports the planning and facilitation of camps, classes, clinics, and events for the Therapeutic Recreation Division.

It assists with setup, oversees seasonal staff and volunteers, maintains facility inventories, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to obtain First Aid/CPR certification within 6 months of hire.
• Must have previous experience working with youth.
• Requires GA driver's license and successful criminal background check.
• Must complete in-house training and hold a valid program-related certification.
• This is a safety-sensitive position with drug and alcohol testing as per Forsyth County policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching and facilitating program activities.
• Maintain communication with Program Coordinator and support planning and evaluation.
• Help with safety, effectiveness, and quality of programs.
• Assist with camps, classes, clinics, and events planning and execution.
• Oversee seasonal staff and volunteers; maintain inventories.
• Ensure activities are inclusive and safe and uphold county policies.

Skills

Youth experience

First Aid/CPR

Communication

Teamwork

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Job description

Position Information

This position will assist in teaching and facilitating program activities; maintain direct communication with Program Coordinator; assist the Team Leader in program planning, implementation and evaluation; and be responsible for safety, effectiveness, and quality of programs.

The Therapeutic Recreation Program Assistant supports the planning and facilitation of camps, classes, clinics, and events for the Therapeutic Recreation Division. This position assists with program setup and execution, helps oversee seasonal staff, and volunteers, , maintains facility and equipment inventories, and ensures activities are inclusive and safe. Program Assistants report to the Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor and work closely with Coordinators to support daily operations, uphold County policies, and deliver excellent service to participants.

Essential Functions

• Ensures the safety of all program participants. Assists in gathering documents, equipment, and transportation related to assigned program. Maintains current certifications appropriate to program area. Determines instructor and participant skills ability and comfort with particular activity environment.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of all program activities. Has technical proficiency related to the conduct of program-relevant activities. Monitors individuals participating in division programs to ensure County equipment is used appropriately. Maintains and keeps all equipment organized.
• Monitors inventory of division supplies and forms; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; informs Coordinator of needed supplies. Administers first aid and reports injuries/accidents to Program Coordinator. Maintains rosters, attendance, health forms, injury reports and disciplinary records. Provides monthly reports (as needed) to the program coordinator on program evaluations, staff performance, and program performance. Completes program evaluations.
• Communicates professionally with participants, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, exchange information or resolve problems.
• This classification is designated as a safety sensitive position that is subject to random drug and alcohol testing and any other drug testing methods as stated in policies adopted by Forsyth County concerning drug and alcohol.
• Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Performs other related duties as required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain valid First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of hire. Requires completion of in-house training program and a valid certification related to the assigned program. Must have previous experience working with youth. Must successfully pass a criminal background check. Must possess and maintain a GA driver’s license.

Benefits

• There are no benefits associated with this position.