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This position is responsible for co-leading the Explore More Summer Camp Program. The incumbent assists the Recreation Coordinator and Summer Program Coordinator with planning, leading, evaluating, and carrying out the day-to-day operation of the program as well as providing work direction for summer program staff.
Responsibilities
Be at least 18 years of age. High School Diploma or GED. One (1) year of experience working with people with disabilities, especially children, as a staff or volunteer. Completed two years of college course work in Parks and Recreation, Physical Education, Education, or related field. Two (2) years of experience working in Parks and Recreation, summer camps, physical education, or community education. Has the desire to work with the public. Be available to work a part- time schedule of up to 40 hours per week. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 30 days of hire. Willing to work with people of diverse backgrounds. Able to work flexible schedules including day and evening hours. Able to work with multiple children with disability- related needs during program time. Has a genuine interest in the needs of all children and be able to work in a team atmosphere. Able to respond maturely and timely to any emergency or incident that may arise. Has the ability to assess participant progress and make decisions about accommodations during program time.
Has the ability to interact with participants and parents in a responsible and professional manner and respond to concerns with tact and courtesy. Has the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision during program time. Must possess basic problem-solving skills. Ability to relate and work effectively with people from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with youth. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Ability to demonstrate strong organizational and leadership skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the public.
Qualifications
•Assists the Recreation Coordinator and Summer Program Coordinator with planning, supervising, and implementation of the program, program activities, and program curriculum. •Assists in the promotion of the program including calendars, newsletters, and other forms of communication with parents/ guardians and the community. •Provides work direction to program staff and Leaders in Training. •Assists the Recreation Coordinator and Summer Program Coordinator with staff supervision and training •Assists with scheduling and assigning staff. •Maintains inventory, orders, and distributes equipment, supplies and materials. •Maintains accurate records and statistics. •Coordinates summer staff meetings as required. •Distributes timesheets and other pertinent correspondence to summer staff as needed. •Continuously evaluates the program and recommends needed changes to the Recreation Coordinator. •Ensures that the site is kept clean and organized. •Ensures excellent communication with parents/ guardians. •Performs administrative activities to support the program, including record and file maintenance, registration, release forms, behavioral plans, and emergency forms. •Maintains CACFP and Minnesota Department of Health Licensing for meals and snacks, if applicable.
City of Mounds View
Mounds View, Ramsey, Minnesota 55112
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