RECREATION LEADER

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Site Director, instructors report to their Site Director and Recreation Supervisor. Supervise students while directing various activities planned by the Site Director and staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service
• Direct and help plan activities.
• Give guidance and direction to students.
• Provide for safety and well-being of all students.
• Available to assist in leading activities during all half and full days off of school.
• Act in cordial and courteous manner and positively represent the Park District at all times.
• Keep Site Director informed of all Before/After School program happenings.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual.
• Assist in general maintenance and clean-up of equipment and facilities.
• Other related job duties as assigned.

COGNITIVE SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of recreational games and activities.
• Ability to lead children in activities.
• Ability to do paperwork.
• Solve problems.
• Assist students with basic homework questions.
• Resolve conflicts.
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly.
• Is responsible and dependable.

JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to lead and motivate children.
• Knowledge of arts, crafts, games, sports and activities.
• Ability to work without continued direction.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Experience working with children
• CPR/AED Certification or willingness to become certified

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

STANDING: Frequently

SITTING: Minimal

WALKING: Frequently

LIFTING: Frequently, under 50 lbs. - 75 lbs. with assistance

STOOPING: Frequently

REACHING: Occasionally

CLIMBING: Occasionally

VERBAL: Proficient to communicate needs; lead activities, give direction, one-on-one

VISION: Necessary for instruction and safety

Part-Time Benefits:

• Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
• Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
• Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
• Individual Lions pool pass
• 20% off (1) facility rental/year
• 20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
• 20% off program fees
• Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
• Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
• 457 Retirement Plan
• Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
• Additional benefits for facility employees only.
• Paid CPR/AED training and certification
• Paid Leave Time Off