What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Leader I / II - Camp Capitola (Part-Time / Seasonal) position at City of Capitola?
RECREATION LEADER I & II - Camp Capitola (multiple opportunities)
Salary: $17.33 - $24.39 per hour
Recreation Leader I - $17.33 - $20.07
Under the supervision of the Capitola Recreation administration and the Program Coordinator, a Leader I will act as an instructor and activity leader for a Recreation Programs offered by the Department. Leader I will work closely with other Leaders as a team to provide supervision and recreation activities, including but not limited to sports, arts, technology, performance and youth leadership.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Any combination of education and/or background in recreational or educational programs
- Experience working in direct supervision and implementing activities for youth and teens
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in program
- Ability to enthusiastically plan and lead activities
- Ability to communicate effectively with youth, parents and other staff
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions
- Ability to perform effectively in situations requiring disciplinary or emergency action
- Ability to follow the program guidelines and perform to standard
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- All applicants must be fingerprinted
- Proof of negative tuberculosis test or clear chest X-ray must be presented within 14 days of hire - No exceptions.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Basic First Aid and C.P.R. certification or ability to obtain
- A safe driving record as determined by the City’s Personnel Department and ability to drive participants
- Ability to be versatile, flexible, friendly, cooperative, and willing to learn new skills
- Training or experience in working with children with special needs
Recreation II - Two Opportunities: $21.07 - $24.39 per hour
- Recreation Leader II - Camp Capitola, June 2 - August 1, Monday - Friday
- Recreation Leader II - Camp Capitola: Lil' Campers, June 2 - August 1, Monday - Friday (program with 4-5 years old; pre-school experience highly desirable)
Under the supervision of the Capitola Recreation administration and the Program Coordinator, a Leader II will act as a team lead and activity leader for a recreation program. Leader II will work closely with other Leaders as a team to provide supervision for and implement recreation activities, including but not limited to sports, arts, technology, performance, and youth leadership.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Any combination of education and/or background in recreational or educational programs
- Experience working in direct supervision and implementing activities for youth and teens.
- Ability to implement required health and safety protocols, which may include health screening, face coverings, social distancing, and sanitizing requirements.
- Ability to take initiative and make independent decisions.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in program.
- Ability to enthusiastically plan and lead activities.
- Ability to communicate effectively with youth, parents, residents, and other staff.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Ability to perform effectively in situations requiring disciplinary or emergency action.
- Ability to follow the program guidelines and perform to standard.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- All applicants must be fingerprinted.
- Proof of negative tuberculosis test or clear chest X-ray must be presented within 14 days of hire - No exceptions.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Basic First Aid and C.P.R. certification or ability to obtain.
- A safe driving record as determined by the City’s Personnel Department and ability to drive participants.
- Experience creating recreation activities.
- Ability to be versatile, flexible, friendly, cooperative, and willing to learn new skills.
- Training or experience in working with children with special needs.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $17.33 - $24.39 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $24
