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Program Specialist
This role is a verymulti-faceted, fast paced position. The Youth Program Specialist must love andembrace not only the camp environment but also the camp philosophy that camperscome first, we work as a team, and summer is a time to play, learn, and grow. TheYouth Program Specialist will develop and prepare activity plans for 4-6 campgroups (~25 campers per group) per day, while assuring that activities areskill and age appropriate for campers entering grades K-6. Activity areas thatmust be planned daily include arts and crafts, music and drama, sports andgames, and nature and outdoor education. In addition to these traditional interestareas, camp specialists may develop and facilitate any activity that is fun andage appropriate including other interests such as cooking, mindfulness,cultural learning, science, local history, engineering, weather etc.
Work schedule is 37.5 hours per week, M-F 8:30am – 4:00pm,from mid-June – August 16, 2024. Pay range:$15.75 - $24.25/hour; starting pay based on qualifications.
Applications will continue to be accepteduntil the position is filled. The most highly qualified candidates will beinvited to one or more interviews and/or other assessments. All applicants will be notified of theirstanding in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding theirindividual application.
Appointmentof the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placementconditions including CORI and SORI checks. Costs of these pre-placement requirements will be borne by the Town.
The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Department: Human Services/Recreation Salary Grade: MISC - 2 Reports to: Camp Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Appointed by: Town Manager Date: December 2023 GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Camp Director, the Youth Program Specialist will develop and prepare activity plans for 4-6 camp groups (~25 campers per group) per day. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis. PRIMARY DUTIES: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience ●Minimum two years of high school education; candidates pursuing a college degree in recreation, education, or related fields preferred. ●Experience participating in or working at a summer program or camp preferred. Special Requirements ●Must be 16 years of age or older (work permit needed if under 18). ●CPR and first aid certified (certification available during staff training). ●Available to work for the entire summer and be available for staff training, preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis. Work is performed primarily outdoors during the summer months. May be subjected to moderate variations of temperature, noise, odors, etc.Work may be performed indoors in a relatively noisy work environment, with constant interruptions.Frequently subjected to the demands of other individuals and the volume and /or rapidity with which tasks must be accomplished. Must be able to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.Balancing, crouching, grasping, pulling, reaching, and stooping may also be required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job.The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Full Time
$51k-87k (estimate)
04/04/2023
05/01/2024
concordma.gov
CONCORD, MA
500 - 1,000
1635
MIKE THOMPSON
<$5M
The official page for the Town of Concord, Massachusetts. Concord, signifying agreement and harmony, was incorporated as the first inland settlement in Massachusetts through a grant from the Massachusetts General Court dated September 12, 1635. As the scene of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War on April 19, 1775, it is considered the birthplace of the nation, where the shot heard round the world for liberty and self government was fired. Located 20 miles west of Boston, Concords population has remained stable at 16,000 over the past several decades. It is a picturesque New Engl ...
and community of handsome residences, preserved open spaces, family-owned farms and thriving commercial centers. The town is served by MBTA commuter rail to Boston, Cambridge and Fitchburg; and a commuter bus to Boston. State highway Rt. 2 runs through Concord, and Routes 128/95 and 495 are easily accessible. Concord has an Open Town Meeting and a five member Select Board/Town Manager form of government. The Concord Municipal Light Plant distributes electricity, enabling rates to be lower and service more reliable than investor owned utilities. Concord Public Works provides water to most of the Town, with about one-third of the homes connected to town sewer. Police and Fire Departments are full time and emergency ambulance service is provided by the Concord Fire Department. The K-12 public school system includes three elementary schools, one middle school (on two campuses), and a regional high school with the Town of Carlisle. Concord is also a member of the Minute Man Regional School District, with a campus located in neighboring Lexington, offering an alternative high school in Applied Arts & Sciences to residents. Private schools located in Concord include Fenn School, Nashoba Brooks, Concord Academy, and Middlesex School. Several pre-schools, nursery schools, and day care centers (full-time, part-time and co-op) are located in Concord.
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