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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

PTS Recreation Leader I, Youth After-School, Teen, and Senior Programs

Santa Clarita, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$18.06/hr - $19.16/hr

0+ years exp

NEOGOV is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their Recreation and Community Services department. The Recreation Leader I will assist with youth, teen, and senior programs, leading engaging activities and ensuring a safe environment for all participants.

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Responsibilities

Works with other staff effectively to implement quality programs, such as sports and arts, and crafts

Assists children in the classroom with homework

Leads engaging activities for youth, teens, and seniors (55+), including arts and crafts, games, sports, and social or wellness programs

Prepares materials and activities for classes and programs

Attends, participates, and supervises youth on fieldtrips

Completes various forms, logs, and reports associated with the program

Ensures safety of the site in accordance with emergency procedures and reports incidents/accidents; follows and enforces City policies

Assists in the organization, set-up, and clean-up of facilities, program areas, and special events

Effectively addresses issues and concerns with youth, teens, and program participants as they arise

Maintains a professional attitude and provides excellent customer service to participants, City staff, and members of the public

Attends meetings and training sessions as needed

Performs other duties as directed by the Recreation and Community Services Coordinator or Supervisor

Qualification

CPR/AED/First Aid CertificationBilingual in English/SpanishCommon Core State StandardsYouth programsCustomer service skillsLeadership skillsTeam playerCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

High School diploma or GED equivalent

At least six months of volunteer or work experience in an after-school, camps, recreation, education, or other related setting

Possession of, or ability to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid Certificate within six months

Ability to assist children ages 5 to 17 with daily homework assignments

Ability to engage and support seniors (55+) in wellness, recreational, and social programs

Ability to follow and enforce City policies as they relate to the health, behavior, and safety of others

Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner

Positive, team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic

Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle issues and concerns with program participants and parents

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and orally

Positive attitude in working with youth and seniors

Strong team player and the ability to work both independently and as part of a work group

Ability to make sound decisions within the established guidelines and be a creative problem-solver

Ability to work up to 19 hours a week; Monday-Friday 2:00-6:00 p.m. year-round, with some flexibility

Ability to lift, drag, and push files and equipment weighing 25 pounds or more

Preferred

Bilingual in English/Spanish is highly desirable

Common Core State Standards knowledge and experience are highly desirable

Benefits

Part-time, temporary, seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits and must participate in ICMA-RC (deferred compensation as a replacement for Social Security).