Salary : $14.00 Hourly
Location : 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry
Job Type : Seasonal
Job Number : 00102
Department : Parks & Recreation Department
Division : Athletics & Aquatics
Opening Date : 10 / 03 / 2024
Closing Date : Continuous
Supervise and facilitate youth basketball programs for ages 2.5-14 years old based on seasonal calendar. Support and assist supervisor in running a controlled and organized activity for participants and parents. Under the direct supervision of the Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor, specialist is responsible for working directly with children. They play an integral role in the development of building strong character values in youth. The staff must represent the philosophy, mission, and goal of the City of McHenry and its parks and recreation department. Staff must strive to work cooperatively with the Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor and fellow employees to achieve the goals and objectives of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department.
Job Duties
DECISION MAKING AND JUDGEMENT
- Responsible for providing diverse program experiences for assigned group
- Developing programs that are age-appropriate
- Be responsible for maintaining order and discipline within program
- Market programs to other departments & community organizations where youth are present
- Keep program within budget through program development and participant retention
- Be prepared to discuss with a parent any experience a child has during program
- Supervise volunteers while they are working, assist other staff, and follow / enforce policies set forth by supervisor
ADMINISTRATIVE
Will be at your program area and set up 15 minutes prior to start of scheduled activitiesPrepare and administer weekly practices and program communicationsBe present at required team games and program activitiesHelp develop group schedules and implement new games / activitiesBe available for staff meetings, planning periods, and trainings as scheduledKeep program areas clean, neat, and organized to optimize customer satisfactionMaintain inventories and report any equipment problems or needs to the Athletics & Aquatics SupervisorReport any incidents to the Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor and fill out any necessary paperwork within 24 hours of incidentOverall responsibility for maintaining all recordsSubmit attendance rosters, timesheets, and evaluations to Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor within 1 week of program ending.SUPERVISION
Responsible for youth ages 2-17 at your program area and will be responsible for overall athlete well-being while in the care of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation departmentKeep accurate count of children in program at all timesResponsible for selecting, instructing, directing, and supervising the flow of workPHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be motivated and able to implement oral and written instructionsMust be able to communicate respectfully and effectively with superiors, co-workers, parents, and children ages 2-17Must be physically able to lift a child (if necessary)Must be able to lift 50 poundsMust be able to evaluate situations and make decisions within established policies and standardsRequires frequent lifting and moving of equipment and suppliesMust be able to be participate in activitiesKnowledge and physical ability to respond in emergency situationsCandidate must be energetic, outgoing, and interested in being a positive role model to young childrenCandidate must possess strong oral and interpersonal communication skillsCandidate must possess ability to be flexible and adjust to changing work environmentCandidate must possess creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn and implement new ideasCandidate must be trained and certified in First Aid and CPRACCURACY
Requires accurate record keeping for programsPARTICIPANT SAFETY
Review and understand all emergency drills and be prepared to implement themRequires considerable attention and alertness to safety hazardsMust be able to take on a leadership role in matters of safetyPRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES :
Fill in at various positions when there are personnel shortages, vacations, or special projectsOther related duties as assigned and perform all duties in a respectful and responsible mannerMaintains all necessary recordsAdheres to all policies and proceduresQualifications
Must be 16 years of age or olderMust be an example of good moral behaviorMust have previous experience and knowledge with similar program and large / small group activitiesSupervise and facilitate youth programming / sports activities to youth ages 2-17Basic First Aid and CPR certification current or obtained as soon as possibleDesire to work with children and parents dailyRequired at least 3 months working and / or volunteering with children ages 2-17Prefer one or more years of previous basketball experience through league, coaching, or officiatingWillingness to project the City of McHenry image by personal adherence to all policiesDemonstrate the ability to interpret and administer all policies, established by the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department, to all employees and volunteers you may encounterThe City of McHenry is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.
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