What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Recreation Specialized Leader - Camp position at St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks?
Company Overview
St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our community through diverse recreational programs and facilities. We operate multiple recreation centers, a gymnastics center, wellness and aquatics facilities, an indoor/outdoor swimming pool, museums, a golf course, and over 23 parks.
Summary
We are seeking a Recreation Leader to join our team at St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks in our Therapeutic Recreation Summer Camp - Camp Discovery. This role is vital in facilitating engaging recreational activities for participants of all ages, fostering a positive environment that promotes learning and development within our community.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and provide assignments to instructors, peer assistance and volunteers assigned to your classroom
- Supervise counselors, aides, campers, peer assistants and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips - responsible for first aid kit, contact information and medical information as appropriate
- Coordinate with other leaders on specialty programs such as: motor, art, music and sensory programs, along with other programs as appropriate.
- Directly responsible for the cleanliness and care of designated classroom – includes pre and post camp inventory of equipment.
- Assist counselors in providing personal care for campers if needed included toileting and feeding (unless designated by the nursing staff).
- Able and willing work with a variety of staff members, and campers, in a calm, collected manner at all times
- Identify and respond to camper behavior issues in a safe and positive manner at all times
- Adhere to goals, mission, and philosophy of TR Camps and Recreation & Parks
- Communicate daily with the Camp Director and Assistant Director – prepare and submit reports, forms, parent letters, articles, and evaluations as needed
- Communicate on a daily basis with parents/guardians about campers’ experiences, successes and areas of improvement
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, inventory, and daily attendance.
- Attend camp staff meetings.
- Experience working with students or youth in a recreational or educational setting.
- Strong educational background in early childhood education or related fields preferred.
- Excellent behavior management skills to maintain a positive environment.
- Knowledge of childhood development principles is essential.
- Ability to coach sports or lead physical activities is a plus.
- Experience in childcare or special education is beneficial.
Minimum Qualifications:
- I - 4 years of experience in Special Education or related field
- II - Degree in Special Education or related field plus 4 years of experience
Additional Requirements
An acceptable general background investigation to include a Federal, local and state criminal history, and a sex offender registry check. Individuals in this position cannot be listed as having a founded child abuse or neglect complaint and must pass a CPS check.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through recreation, we invite you to apply today and help us create memorable experiences at St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks!
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $17.41 - $29.46 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Lexington Park, MD 20653 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lexington Park, MD 20653: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $29