Recreation Aide - Cultural Arts SEA

Status of Employment:

Seasonal or Temporary, Non-Exempt

General Statement of Duties:

Assist in the planning, organization, oversight, and implementation of programs, activities, and special events in Cultural Arts.

Essential Functions:

• Provide direct leadership and assist in the implementation of all assigned recreation programs and services.
• Assist in providing developmentally appropriate activities that meet the needs and interests of the participants.
• Assist in the implementation of daily activities in a program setting according to established schedule.
• Participate in scheduled daily activities with participants.
• Accompany participants on field trips.
• May transport supplies via a park district vehicle.
• Assist in the development and implementation of goals and objectives specific to the area of responsibility.
• Assist in the evaluation of programs and services in area of responsibility.
• Maintain program area in a clean, neat, and organized manner.
• Assist in the purchase, distribution, and maintenance of proper inventory for all supplies and materials within area of responsibility. Submit appropriate receipts as required.
• Establish cooperative working relationships with co-workers and parents of participants.
• Attend department and park district meetings and training sessions.
• Perform duties in compliance with the policies and procedures as established by the park district.
• Participate in park district safety and training program to ensure that work performed and services provided are done in a safe manner.

Marginal Functions:

• Assist with other recreation programs, services, and special events as needed.
• Assist staff and volunteers in the performance of their duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Two years of high school preferred.
• High school graduation is highly preferred.
• Some college desirable.

Experience:

• Working with individuals of various ages and abilities.
• Assisted in supervising groups of individuals in a recreational setting preferred.

Knowledge:

• General knowledge of recreation, parks, and leisure service field.
• General knowledge of programs and services for assigned area of responsibility.
• General knowledge of developmentally appropriate activities for participants in a recreational setting.

License / Certification:

• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification required within one (1) year.

Hours:

10-20 hours per week as assigned for program needs

Conditions of Employment May Include:

• provide proof of date of birth.
• provide a copy of driver's license or photo identification.
• provide driver's abstract if position duties require driving.
• provide verification of education.
• submit to a reference check and employment verification.
• submit to a state criminal background check.
• submit to a lifting evaluation if position duties require lifting up to 50 pounds.
• submit to reasonable cause and post-accident alcohol and drug testing.

Contact:

Ty Rohrer, Manager of Cultural Arts

847-360-4744

trohrer@waukeganparks.org

Closing Date:

Open until filled.