St. Monica's Recreation Center in Lincoln Heights is looking for part-time and seasonal help. If you are looking for a rewarding experience you will absolutely love working as a Recreational Aid at St. Monica's. Apply now!

Job Description: Recreation Center Aid

Job Summary:

• The Recreation Center Aide is responsible for monitoring a variety of activities for St. Monica's Recreation Center.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• The Recreation Aide is supervised by the Recreation Supervisor and/or the Center Director

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as a representative of the St. Monica's Recreation Center by demonstrating a positive attitude and behavior with professionalism, courtesy, tact and discretion in all interactions with children, employees and the general public
• Monitors and supervises various activities in all areas of the recreation center and off property while on duty.
• Assures that all rooms are attended by staff while room is occupied or available for children.
• Maintains constant cleanliness and sanitary conditions of equipment, toys, etc always.
• Actively supervises children to ensure safety at all times, reports safety concerns immediately.
• Organizes, leads, participates, and promotes activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, hobbies, etc. Issues and monitors the return of all equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrates professionalism, empathy and compassion to all children, employees and guests, and the Society of Transfiguration members at large
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Administer basic first aid; complete Accident Report Forms.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings.
• Basic knowledge of recreational sports.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, specifically interpreting children's needs or requests
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them.
• Flexibility in schedule to accommodate changes in schedules and unexpected issues.

Education and Experience:

• Any combination of training or experience in recreation or childcare
• Commitment to results; 'can-do" mindset with emphasis on accountability
• Excellent communication
• Sense of humor, integrity, impeccable work ethic
• CPR, First Aid required or ability to be certified upon hire
• Valid Driver's License preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to access all properties in person
• Standing, running, bending, reaching above head, throwing balls, etc. 80% of time
• Speaking, writing, and communicating in English

Society of the Transfiguration Celebrates Diversity! We are inclusive to all regardless of race, gender, veteran status or disabilities

We require all candidates who have been offered a position with our Ministries to go through a background check which includes fingerprinting.