What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visitor Services Assistant position at Smith Memorial Playground?
Job Summary
- Candidates should be eager to play an active role in enhancing children's play experiences at Smith.
- Possess exceptional people skills: Greet all visitors warmly and enthusiastically.
- Be passionate about play: Understand and support Smith's mission and the importance of play for children.
- Engage actively with visitors : Proactively interact with children and adults to facilitate both indoor and outdoor play.
- Create enriching play experiences: Help manage play environments and create opportunities for engaging play.
- Foster teamwork: Contribute to a strong team dynamic among VSA's
Duties
- Greeting visitors, supervising the slide, managing the book give away
- Tidying playrooms, reorganizing play spaces, disinfecting toys,enforcing safety guidelines.
- Assisting with annual events at Smith as needed.
- Engage with children in a friendly manner, ensuring their safety and enjoyment .
- Collaborate with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in service areas.
- Utilize conflict management skills to handle any guest concerns or disputes effectively.
- Assist with birthday parties and group visits
- Sell items at the Smith store
- Maintain accurate daily visitors attendance
- Perform light maintenance task.
Requirements
- Communicate effectively with visitors, donors, volunteers, and staff.
- Communicate the importance of play to the public.
- Become knowledgeable about Smith's history, culture, and mission.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
- Comfortable working outdoors in various seasons.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds and climb stairs.
- Punctual and reliable attendance
- Completion of background clearances including PA Child Abuse History and Criminal background check.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment and are dedicated to providing top-notch service to our visitors!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13