What are the responsibilities and job description for the Newhall Community Center Recreation Leader I, Camps position at City of Santa Clarita, CA?

Salary : $17.38 - $18.44 Hourly

Location : Newhall Community Center, CA

Job Type : Part-time / Temporary / Seasonal

Job Number : 2025-1

Department : Recreation and Community Services

Division : Recreation and Community Services

Opening Date : 01 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Description / Duties & Responsibilities

Do you want a seasonal job where you can make a difference and have fun at the same time?

The Newhall Community Center (NCC) has multiple part-time / seasonal (PTS) positions available to work directly with youth during NCC's summer, winter, and spring camps.

NCC's camps provide youth and teens ages 5 to 17 with opportunities to recreate during school breaks. Camps are filled with games and a variety of activities, including sports, arts and crafts, field trips, water games, and more! Both youth and staff return year after year each season because of the feeling of tradition, community, and belonging that they experience each year.

This is a great job for someone who enjoys working with kids, being creative, and making a difference!

This position may work up to 40 hours per week based on the needs of the program; Monday through Friday shifts between 7 : 30 a.m. and 7 : 00 p.m. Specialty Camps in 2024 will run as followed :

Spring Camp : April 7-11

Summer Camp : June 9-August 8

Winter Camp : December 22-January 9

WHY CHOOSE THE COMMUNITY CENTER?

Work Monday-Friday-enjoy your nights and weekends off
Make lifetime friendships while working in a fun environment!
Wear casual, comfortable uniforms
Free CPR / First Aid training and certification (City-paid training that will prepare you for emergency situations)
Opportunities to build your resume and skills (especially if you have an interest in teaching, early childhood education, childcare, social work, coaching sports, arts, recreation administration, criminal justice, and / or working for local government.)
Opportunities to advance! Many of our current full-time employees started as Recreation Leaders.
Paid sick leave (after 90 days of employment)
Discounts on City activities (ice skating, open gym, swimming and more!)
Cross-training opportunities - expand your employment horizons!
Make a difference in the life of a child every day!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES :

Organizes, plans, and works directly with leadership staff to implement the camps programs and prepare activities for youth and teens that make camp fun!

Supervises and leads youth and teens in activities such as arts and crafts, games, sports, water activities, and outings - Yes, you get paid to play along!

Attends, participates, and supervises youth / teen fieldtrips - Yes, you get paid to go on fieldtrips!

Maintains staff / youth and staff / teen safety - Make sure everyone plays safely.

Assists in organization, set-up, and clean-up of facility - We all pitch in as a team.

Assists with decorating bulletin boards - You don't need to be an artist to be creative.

Greets patrons and participants and answers inquiries regarding programs - A smile is the best addition to your uniform!

Effectively addresses issues and concerns with youth and teens as they arise - Be prepared to handle some tough stuffwe will be there to support you!

Maintains various forms, logs, reports, and inventory - People who love to organize are a great addition to our team!

Performs first aid and responds to emergencies; reports incidents and accidents - We ordered plenty of Band-aids and ice-packs.

Attends meetings and training sessions which will be valuable additions to your resume

Follows and enforces City policies as they relate to the health, behavior, and safety of others - Safety first! Fun second!

Other duties, as directed by Community Services Supervisor, Coordinator, and / or Recreation Leader III / II

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Six-months of paid or volunteer experience in leading and planning activities for youth and teens in a recreation, education, child care program, after-school program, camps, or other relatable setting

Completion of college courses is highly desirable

Bilingual in English / Spanish highly desirable

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to act as a role model by displaying positive and courteous behaviors that youth and teens will admire and want to emulate - Your legacy!

Ability to maintain awareness of youth and teen's needs and respond appropriately -

Please note : Some youth who attend camp will need more help than others to get involved, be positive and follow the rules. Are you up for the challenge?

Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively, both verbally and in writing

Strong team player and the ability to work both independently and as part of a work group

Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle conflict, issues, and concerns with youth and teens as they arise - We will provide training to help you with these situations, but we're looking for people with the two Cs - Common Sense and Compassion

Ability to observe safety principles, make sound decisions, and "think outside the box" to solve problems

Strong work ethic, proactive, and the ability to learn quickly (Camps will go by fast!)

Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and environments, including inclement weather and in a pool.

Ability to work flexible hours - Please be available to work during the dates listed. We can't do this without you.

Ability to lift, drag, and push supplies and equipment weighing 25 pounds or more is required occasionally (For example : water-balloon buckets, snack bins, and first aid backpacks)

Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCESS :

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following : written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and / or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and / or via video conferencing. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application / selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.

In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

Part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) workers are at-will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours.

APPLICATION DEADLINE : Open Until Filled

The first review of applications will be on Wednesday, February 5, 2025

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Part-time, temporary, seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits and must participate in ICMA-RC (deferred compensation as a replacement for Social Security).

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent? (Proof will be required prior to job offer.)

Do you possess six-months paid or volunteer experience in leading and planning activities for youth and teens in a recreation, education, an after-school program or other relatable setting? If so, please describe your experience.

Are you bilingual in Spanish and English?

Why are you interested in working for NCC camps?

Do you have the availability to work up to 40 hours per week from June 9 through August 8; Monday through Friday shifts between 7 : 30 a.m. and 7 : 00 p.m. If not, please let us know your availability.

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