What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Leader (Youth Programs and Therapeutic Recreation) position at City of Wheat Ridge?
Responsible for leading participants, with and without disabilities, in a variety of activities and classes. In addition, this position acts as a support staff, assisting with various administration duties.
All team members are expected to adhere to the organizational values of ACTION! (Accountability, Change, Teamwork, Integrity, Opportunity, Now!) and are responsible for contributing to the achievements of the organization and department. Team members are expected to continue to grow professionally and to apply learning in their job setting.The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Plan and implement classes, activities, specialty classes, events as assigned for participants; develop lesson plans for activities and purchase supplies/equipment needed.
Provide a safe and fun environment in which patrons, as well as parents, feel comfortable; provide corrective action as needed; actively participate in activities attached to program/class.
Develop positive relations with customers; provide information concerning facility and program(s) to participants and parents; answer telephones, register program participants and other receptionist duties as needed.
Provides support in a variety of office tasks such as answering phones, data entry, and promotional types of activities.
Work is performed in accordance with established procedures and well-defined standard practices requiring some authority to select which methods are applicable in any given situation. Virtually all work is reviewed regularly while in progress and upon completion for accuracy and quality. Matters not specifically covered in operating instructions are reviewed with the supervisor. Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor.QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge - Principles of assigned program, equipment and facilities used; necessary safety requirements and procedures; public relations techniques; working knowledge and understanding of public relation skills and techniques.
Skills - Demonstrated skill in operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job.
Abilities - Communicate effectively and diplomatically with participants, parents, co-workers and general public; react quickly and correctly in emergency situations; instruct and oversee a large group; lead games and/or activities; enforce safety regulations firmly; analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action; express ideas clearly and concisely; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
EVIDENCE OF QUALIFICATIONS
Training - High School diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in recreation or related field preferred.
Experience – Previous experience planning activities; supervisory experience with groups of participants. Experience working with individuals with physical and developmental disabilities is preferred or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities.American Red Cross Adult/Child/Infant First Aid, AED, and CPR Certification or must obtain within forty-five (45) days from hire and Medication Administration certification may be needed at employers expense for licensed camp position; valid Colorado driver's license or must obtain within thirty (30) days from hire; must aid in liability protection.
For the City's licensed youth camp program, incumbent(s) must be 18 years of age and have 480 hours verifiable experience working with school age children, (e.g., Sunday school, scouts, sports, babysitting, or recreation programs). A background check from the Colorado Bureau of Investigations, fingerprinting and Universal Precautions certification are required at your own expense. Contractual employees will be required to provide necessary supplies and/or equipment.
All team members are expected to adhere to the organizational values of ACTION! (Accountability, Change, Teamwork, Integrity, Opportunity, Now!) and are responsible for contributing to the achievements of the organization and department. Team members are expected to continue to grow professionally and to apply learning in their job setting.The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Plan and implement classes, activities, specialty classes, events as assigned for participants; develop lesson plans for activities and purchase supplies/equipment needed.
Provide a safe and fun environment in which patrons, as well as parents, feel comfortable; provide corrective action as needed; actively participate in activities attached to program/class.
Develop positive relations with customers; provide information concerning facility and program(s) to participants and parents; answer telephones, register program participants and other receptionist duties as needed.
Provides support in a variety of office tasks such as answering phones, data entry, and promotional types of activities.
Work is performed in accordance with established procedures and well-defined standard practices requiring some authority to select which methods are applicable in any given situation. Virtually all work is reviewed regularly while in progress and upon completion for accuracy and quality. Matters not specifically covered in operating instructions are reviewed with the supervisor. Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor.QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge - Principles of assigned program, equipment and facilities used; necessary safety requirements and procedures; public relations techniques; working knowledge and understanding of public relation skills and techniques.
Skills - Demonstrated skill in operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job.
Abilities - Communicate effectively and diplomatically with participants, parents, co-workers and general public; react quickly and correctly in emergency situations; instruct and oversee a large group; lead games and/or activities; enforce safety regulations firmly; analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action; express ideas clearly and concisely; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
EVIDENCE OF QUALIFICATIONS
Training - High School diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in recreation or related field preferred.
Experience – Previous experience planning activities; supervisory experience with groups of participants. Experience working with individuals with physical and developmental disabilities is preferred or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities.American Red Cross Adult/Child/Infant First Aid, AED, and CPR Certification or must obtain within forty-five (45) days from hire and Medication Administration certification may be needed at employers expense for licensed camp position; valid Colorado driver's license or must obtain within thirty (30) days from hire; must aid in liability protection.
For the City's licensed youth camp program, incumbent(s) must be 18 years of age and have 480 hours verifiable experience working with school age children, (e.g., Sunday school, scouts, sports, babysitting, or recreation programs). A background check from the Colorado Bureau of Investigations, fingerprinting and Universal Precautions certification are required at your own expense. Contractual employees will be required to provide necessary supplies and/or equipment.
It is the policy of the City of Wheat Ridge not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or municipal law unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification. The City of Wheat Ridge will consider reasonable accommodations for employment to qualified applicants upon request to the Human Resources Office.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.
Salary : $18 - $22
