Seasonal Youth Recreation Leader - After-School

St Charles Park District; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

District Incentives

Paid Training

Discounts for Programs

Job summary

The St Charles Park District is seeking an entry-level, seasonal program staff member to deliver high-quality recreation services for residents and visitors while adhering to safety and administrative policies.

You must be at least 16 years old and ready to lead school-age activities, assess situations, communicate effectively, and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED and mandated reporter certifications within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 16 years of age.
• Ability to assess situations and offer positive feedback.
• Experience and desire to work with school age children.
• Knowledge of positive leadership techniques, children’s activities and games, developmental learning progressions, and appropriate discipline techniques.
• Maintain First Aid/CPR/AED and mandated Reporter certification or obtain certifications within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Follow all departmental safety rules and support safety and risk management programs.
• Work cooperatively with residents, colleagues, the public, and other agencies as delegated.
• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to district goals.
• Comply with park district policies and procedures.
• Work with school staff, public, instructors, and participants as a Park District employee.
• Follow-up on absentees with the Supervisor and parents as needed.
• Effectively communicate.
• Lead activities at Baker Station.
• Resolve problems with participants and notify parents.
• Communicate information to and from the supervisor.
• Assess participant needs and modify the program accordingly.
• Identify unsafe situations and provide a safe environment for participants.
• Perform First Aid and CPR as necessary.
• Assist with emergency procedures.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety-minded

Experience with school-age children

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Job description

The St Charles Park District is seeking an entry-level, seasonal program staff member to deliver high-quality recreation services for residents and visitors while adhering to safety and administrative policies.

You must be at least 16 years old and ready to lead school-age activities, assess situations, communicate effectively, and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED and mandated reporter certifications within 30 days of hire.