What are the responsibilities and job description for the Support Staff- Summer Recreation position at Town of Cohasset?
Town of Cohasset
Support Staff
Seasonal Position
Gain valuable experience, be a positive role model, and give back to the community while having fun this summer. Soak up the sun and take part in exciting summer activities!
Pay range : Starting at $16.20
Location : The Town of Cohasset is seeking support staff for the summer program with the recreation department. This position reports to the summer program directors and the Recreation Director.
Description of responsibilities :
Support Staff : Junior counselors (ages 15-16) can assist the program from 8 : 30 am to 12 : 30 pm (or 3 : 15 pm). Their primary role is supporting the staff and assisting children to and from the swim center, swimming lessons, and chaperone field trips. The pay range starts at $16.20 per hour.
The primary responsibility of all the staff is to supervise and lead children aged 5-10 through the Playground program and aged 10-14 through the Xtreme Program activities such as games, sports, arts and crafts, songs, dance, drama, and field trips while ensuring a safe, supervised environment. Additional duties include supporting the director and coordinators, participating in training sessions, maintaining records such as weekly attendance and accident reports, and ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility and grounds. Staff will also enforce Recreation Department rules and policies related to the program and deliver exceptional customer service to both patrons and fellow staff members
We are dedicated to building a diverse and committed team with a positive group dynamic, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for the children in our program. The Recreation Department is eager to choose staff members who truly enjoy working with children and possess the maturity, initiative, enthusiasm, and sense of responsibility needed to make this summer unforgettable.
Requirements :
CPR : All applicants must hold a current CPR certification. CPR classes will be provided to staff at no cost.
2025 Summer Program Dates :
Monday, June 30 through Friday, August 8th.
Session 1 - June 30th through July 18th (no 4th of July) - Mon-Fri
Session 2 - July 21 through August 8 - Mon-Fri
Orientation - Mandatory - week of June 23rd
Candidates must be available for orientation and cover a full session. As we job share, we prefer candidates who can commit to both sessions.
The Town of Cohasset is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference, or any other attribute.
All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a Criminal offense record inquiry ( CORI check), pre-employment DOT physical examination, drug test & all other background checks where required.
Salary : $16
