What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Youth Program Director- Portable Playground; Southern Stars position at City of Thornton?
Under general supervision, assists the Youth Program Director with various licensed and non-licensed youth programs.
THE PROGRAMS YOU'LL BE WORKING WITH:
Portable Playground-THE PROGRAMS YOU'LL BE WORKING WITH:
Portable Playground travels to different locations throughout the City. We offer this FREE program at 10 Apartment Complexes or Mobile Home Communities for nine weeks of the summer. Staff will set up tents, tables, chairs, and activities for the children in our community to play and have fun in a supervised environment. Staffing is comprised of three staff members- Director, Assistant Director, and Youth Program Leader. Shift is Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; June 2-August 1 with training the week of May 26.
Southern Stars-
Supervise youth in a health and nutrition rotation (gym games and activities) in the morning at North Star Elementary. Help plan and lead drop-in sports, games, and outdoor activities in the afternoon at Sky Park. Staffing is comprised of the Assistant Director and Youth Program Leader. Shift is Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. June 2-July 17 with training the week of May 26.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Assists with planning and implementation of program curriculum.
Assists with supervision of participants.
Assists with providing age-appropriate activities.
Enforces safety standards and regulations throughout the program to ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Ensures all possible safety measures are observed.
Communicates and enforces facility and program policies and procedures.
Responds to emergency situations as required and maintains accurate accident and incident reports.
Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with parents to answer questions and resolve problems.
Complies with City and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
Reports parental issues and concerns to supervisor.
Leads and trains Youth Program Leaders.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Assists with planning and implementation of program curriculum.
Assists with supervision of participants.
Assists with providing age-appropriate activities.
Enforces safety standards and regulations throughout the program to ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Ensures all possible safety measures are observed.
Communicates and enforces facility and program policies and procedures.
Responds to emergency situations as required and maintains accurate accident and incident reports.
Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with parents to answer questions and resolve problems.
Complies with City and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
Reports parental issues and concerns to supervisor.
Leads and trains Youth Program Leaders.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED. Must be at least 18 years of age. One year of experience working with children/teens in a supervisory role. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Valid Colorado driver's license with a safe driving record.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of basic child care principles.
Skill in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Standard Precautions activities.
Skill in the safe and healthy operations of a structured program.
Skill in maintaining a variety of records.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Ability to effectively lead and coordinate children's activities.
Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures.
Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with children ages 5-15 and with parents.
Ability to promote and provide a quality program.
Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.
Ability to react quickly and accurately to changing elements.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and make repetitive motions. This job requires medium work; exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions. The employee is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles. The employee may be subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including being in extreme heat. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate to high.
High school diploma or GED. Must be at least 18 years of age. One year of experience working with children/teens in a supervisory role. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Valid Colorado driver's license with a safe driving record.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the city of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of basic child care principles.
Skill in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Standard Precautions activities.
Skill in the safe and healthy operations of a structured program.
Skill in maintaining a variety of records.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Ability to effectively lead and coordinate children's activities.
Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures.
Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with children ages 5-15 and with parents.
Ability to promote and provide a quality program.
Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.
Ability to react quickly and accurately to changing elements.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and make repetitive motions. This job requires medium work; exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions. The employee is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles. The employee may be subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including being in extreme heat. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate to high.
TESTING PROCEDURES
Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.
Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.
The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our 2024 Benefits Guide.
Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options
- Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
- Flexible Spending Plan
- Retiree Health Savings Plan
- Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plans
- Short & Long-term Disability Plans
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation & Sick Leave
- Multilingual Incentive Pay
- Recreation Pass Wellness Program
- In-House Training Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Schedules
- Hybrid Schedules
