What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUMMER RECREATION LEADER (TEMP/NO BENEFITS) position at Harford County?
- Organizes and leads recreational activities including sports and arts and crafts, evaluating success throughout the lesson and adapting as necessary to insure safety and maximum participation.
- Conducts educational activities including STEM evaluating success throughout the lesson and adapting as necessary to insure safety and maximum participation.
- Answers routine inquiries regarding the camp.
- Enforces program behavior procedures and recommends corrective actions when necessary.
- Distributes and maintains equipment and supplies.
- Keeps building and premises in a neat and safe condition.
- Inspects building/grounds.
- Instructs users on the proper utilization of the facility and equipment.
- Provides instruction and encourages group and individual participation.
- Works in all types of weather with exposure to the outdoors.
Able to deal with the public cooperatively and courteously
Ability to maintain effective working relationship with staff
Ability to conduct public recreation programming
Ability to understand and follow instructions
Ability to lift, bend stoop, climb and reach
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to work independently
Ability keep simple records
Knowledge of sports, arts and crafts, educational programming
Work may require moderate physical activity and ability to lift 30 pounds
Individual selected for this position will be required to pass a drug screening, a criminal background check and receive clearance from Child Protective Services.
High School diploma or GED certificate.
Prefer a minimum of one year of volunteer or paid experience working with children in a recreational or educational setting
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:
- For candidates aged 18 years old and over: Possession of a Class "C" driver's license with no more than three (3) points. Please be advised this position requires a valid driver's license for those aged 18 years old and older.
- It is preferred that the incumbent have a current CPR and First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain prior to starting employment
Salary : $17 - $20
