Job Description
Salary: $19.57 Hourly
Location : Kahle Community Center - Stateline NV, NV
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 23/24-00060
Department: Community Services
Opening Date: 11/14/2023
Closing Date: 10/31/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION There is currently a Recreation Leader position and a Recreation Aide position open. This posting has been extended until October 31, 2024.
Do you like working with children and want to make it special for other children? Then this position is perfect for you!
This recruitment will fill positions at the Kahle Community Center. Depending on experience, positions are available for either Recreation Leader or Recreation Aide. We have vacancies for positions that are 19 or less hours weekly/no benefits.
Recreation Aide: starting salary $13.50 per hour
Recreation Leader: starting salary $19.57 per hour
** Please note: Applications are reviewed regularly. Hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately .**** While the incumbent will primarily perform the duties of the Recreation Leader or Aide within the Kid's Club and Summer Camp programs, all the Essential Functions related to the Recreation Leader or Aide position are required to be performed as needed.
DESCRIPTION: Responsible for assisting with, leading and overseeing a variety of recreation and activity programs at assigned and/or designated recreation facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Recreation Aide: - Assists general public, customers and staff in person, over telephone and by email; answers inquiries and provides general direction related to recreation activities.
- Assists with preparation and/or leadership of recreation programs and activities, including youth supervision. Leads games and craft activities and interacts with participants; monitors activities of children during recreational trips and/or tours.
- Inspects facility to ensure youth safety; assists with clean-up of facilities and programs.
- Prepares supplies and materials for programs and activities and prepares snacks; arranges chairs, tables, and sporting or exercise equipment in designated rooms or other areas for scheduled group activities; operates audiovisual equipment, as needed.
- Participates in training opportunities and attends staff meetings.
- Welcomes participants to program and greets parents when needed.
- Receives, stores, and issues sports equipment and supplies.
- Keeps attendance records or scores at events; monitors spectators and participants at special events to ensure orderly conduct.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
Recreation Leader: - Responsible for the development, implementation, and conduct of recreation programs and activities, including direct supervision and guidance of youth participants; prepares lesson plans and leads games and craft activities; works as primary contact at camps and during off-site trips.
- Maintains records of programs and activities including, but not limited to, rosters, daily roll sheets/attendance records, time cards, and emergency contacts; ensures up-to-date and accurate contact list for parents and/or legal guardians and ensures that children are picked up in accordance with authorizations on file.
- May receive funds at events; maintains accurate inventory of program supplies, games, crafts, etc.; participates in the shopping/ordering of supplies and snacks.
- Inspects facility to ensure youth safety and maintains a clean and organized recreational area; cleans up spills and unsanitary conditions when they occur.
- Prepares supplies and materials for programs and activities and prepares snacks; arranges chairs, tables, and sporting or exercise equipment in designated rooms or other areas for scheduled group activities; operates audiovisual equipment, as needed.
- Coordinates activities of assigned staff; prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; coaches, instructs, and provides training to employees as necessary; prepares activity and snack schedules; participates in training opportunities and attends staff meetings.
- Periodically drives children and other staff in a van for off-site activities; monitors trip petty cash and activities of youth during recreational trips or tours; disciplines youth participants according to established policies and procedures, as necessary.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
- Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience: Must be at least 16 years old.
Recreation Aide: Previous experience specifically working with children; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that could provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform job duties.
Recreation Leader: Two (2) years of experience in leading recreational activities; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of:
- Basic arithmetic.
- Correct English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Basic record keeping practices.
- Basic understanding of recreation activities.
- Basic understanding of Child Development and child abuse recognition.
- Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
- Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, often in situations which may be stressful.
Skill in:
- Leading children in games and arts & craft activities.
- Organizing creative recreational programs and preparing supplies.
- Customer service.
- Assembling pamphlets, reports, forms and other documents.
- Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
- Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with staff, coworkers, and the public.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS: - Valid Driver's License. ( for Recreation Leader position)
- First Aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of date of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to climb, balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; agility to participate in recreational activities; strength to lift and carry up to 40 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: - Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
- Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
01
This position requires candidate must be at least 16 years of age. Will you be able to meet this requirement?
02
What is your highest level of completed education?
- High School Diploma not attained as of yet
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associates/Vocational Degree
- Bachelor Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
- None of the above
03
How many years of experience do you possess in coaching or leading recreational activities?
- No experience
- Less 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years or more
04
Please describe your experience in this area, and indicate where you gained the experience including any volunteer experience (paid or unpaid) such as coaching, participating in sports, teaching, arts and crafts, leadership classes, babysitting, etc. This experience must also be represented in your application listing "See resume" is not acceptable.
05
What hours are you available to work? Select all that apply.
- Morning Program 6:45-8:45 AM
- Afternoon Program 2:45 p.m. - 6:00 PM
- Summer Camp/Day Camp
- Special Events (nights and weekends)
- None of the above.
06
Do you currently hold a CPR or First Aid Certificate OR are you able to obtain it within six (6) months of date of employment? (Training provided by the Recreation Department)
- Yes
- Yes, I would be able to obtain the certificate within six (6) months of date of employment.
- No, I will not be able to obtain this required certification.
07
Will you be able to provide a current valid Driver's License and DMV history report if offered employment?
- Yes
- No
- Not a licensed driver
08
While the incumbent will primarily perform the duties of the Recreation Leader for Kid's Club and Summer Camp, all Essential Functions related to the Summer Camp and Kids Club Leader position are required to be performed when needed. Are you able to meet this requirement?
09
Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job listed on the job description with or without a reasonable accommodation?
10
Douglas County requires applicants to list all relevant experiences including volunteer work or employment history from current through 10 years back. If relevant experience is over 10 years please list it on your application. ***Writing "See Resume" on the application in place of completing your information is not acceptable.***Have you listed all relevant experiences including volunteer work or work history from current through 10 years of history on your application in addition to listing any relevant experience that exceeds 10 years?
- Yes
- No
- I do not have 10 years of work history but have included all employment history or relevant experience.
- I have relevant experience that exceeds 10 years and I have included the experience on my application.
11
Douglas County employees are required to uphold the County's Values and are evaluated based upon these Values. MISSION STATEMENT Working together with integrity and accountability, the Douglas County team is dedicated to providing essential and cost-effective public services fostering a safe, healthy, scenic, and vibrant community for the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. VALUES STATEMENT Integrity - We demonstrate honest and ethical conduct through our actions. Accountability - We accept responsibility for our actions. Customer Service - We deliver efficient and effective service with an attitude of respect and fairness. Leadership - We establish the tone and direction for success motivating and inspiring others to accomplish a shared vision. Communication - We ensure open dialogue through proactive listening and sharing of information throughout the organization and the community. Teamwork - We work together to achieve shared goals. Do you understand Douglas County's Mission and Values Statement's and will you be able to uphold them if hired?
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Summer work, Immediate start, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift,