Seasonal Senior Recreation Leader PT (Catherine Strong Park)

EEO Statement

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services

Non-Smoking

The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.

Assist in planning, organizing, developing and supervising activities for participants of varying ages. Supervise specified Recreation Leader staff members. Work is performed under general supervision.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Supervise children, some with special needs, indoors and outdoors, ages may range from preschool age to senior citizens; provide a safe environment either during after school hours during school year or all-day hours during summer,
• As specified; assist students with homework assignments, if needed; plan, organize and facilitate recreational activities; organize and conduct competitions, displays, performances and other group activities.
• Coach, officiate or instruct in special activities.
• Maintain and prepare all attendance records, activity records, and all reports, as necessary.
• Keep an accurate count of children on and off site.
• Makes sure only authorized parents/guardians sign the children in and out of the program.
• Prepare and deliver snacks and clean up, as required.
• Train and schedule designated Recreation Leader staff; provide guidance on work related matters and assist to resolve employee issues, if necessary.
• Conduct Crisis Response Drills, Fire Drills, and all emergency preparedness procedures. Write up injury or incident reports when necessary.
• Drive recreation van on required field trips
• Attend classes to maintain in-service training, as required by state law.
• Establish good communication with children’s parents and staff members.
• Set a positive example and role model for children by maintaining a consistent and constructive approach, while providing a learning and recreational experience.
• Understand community leisure, social and educational conditions to determine recreation needs for children.
• Perform all functions and responsibilities according to the Palm Beach County Code of Ethics and Florida State Statutes 112.313.
• Comply with all rules, regulations, and policies of the City of Delray Beach Parks and Recreation Department, Department of Health, Family Central Inc., and the Palm Beach County School Board.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of verifiable supervisory experience in childcare, recreation programming or related field
  
  

OR

• AA Degree or above, with ONE (1) year of verifiable supervisory experience
  
  

AND

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License, with a good driving record.
• Must possess or obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification within 30 days of hire
  
  

Additional For 505 Teen Center Recording Studio

• Knowledge of Logic Pro 10 for positions assigned to 505 Teen Center Recording Studio.
  
  

Additional For Out Of School Positions

• Must complete a 45-hour Childcare Certification Program approved by the State of Florida within one year of hire
• Child Development Accreditation preferred.
• Ability to pass scheduled physical exams in compliance with Florida Department of Health
  
  

The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, bend and stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Works inside in an office environment and outside in various weather conditions.

SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.