Youth Recreation Leader – Safe After-School Activities

Bismarck Parks & Recreation District; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Bismarck Parks & Recreation District is seeking BLAST Leaders to develop and provide activities of games, arts and crafts, music and other recreational activities for their BLAST centers. The leader will create a safe, fun environment for kids and work approximately 3-4 hours per day on school days.

Leaders must be 15 years old or older and will plan daily activities, submit weekly plans for approval, and maintain open communication with participants and parents while complying with safety

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Able to communicate clearly with children and parents.
• Capable of following safety procedures and risk management policies.

Responsibilities

• Attend required in-service training sessions.
• Plan and lead daily activities based on weekly themes.
• Submit written weekly plans on planning forms for approval.
• Request materials needed for center activities.
• Follow and be consistent with discipline procedures.
• Communicate daily with participants and parents.
• Supervise the children at all times.
• Follow opening and closing procedures.
• Clean site at the end of each day.
• Follow BPRD safety policies and procedures in the Risk Management Handbook.
• Complete payroll forms and use timekeeping system.
• Follow SOPs in employee manual.
• Represent BPRD professionally and use issued clothing/equipment appropriately.
• Inform supervisor prior to running out of supplies.
• Establish positive relationships with staff and groups.
• Arrive on time and seek approvals for absences.
• Maintain neat appearance and communicate repairs needed.
• Perform a range of tasks from skilled to unskilled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Supervision/instruction

Education

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Age 15 or older

Job description

Bismarck Parks & Recreation District is seeking BLAST Leaders to develop and provide activities of games, arts and crafts, music and other recreational activities for their BLAST centers. The leader will create a safe, fun environment for kids and work approximately 3-4 hours per day on school days.

Leaders must be 15 years old or older and will plan daily activities, submit weekly plans for approval, and maintain open communication with participants and parents while complying with safety