Job Information
The Salvation Army Recreation Specialist in Canandaigua, New York
Overview
Seeking a Seasonal Recreation Specialiston our Canandaigua Phoenix Program Team
Our Part Time opportunities offer:
· Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time
· Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)
· Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
· Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
· Christmas Bonus
· Wireless discount for Sprint or Verizon customers
· Free parking
SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:Oversee and supervise a group of children in the Summer Day Camp Recreation Program while maintaining health and safety standards.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Lead structured and unstructured activities for children participating in the Summer Day Camp Program• Supervise a group of 8-12 children during the day to coordinate recreation activities that encourage teamwork and character building opportunities• Maintain health and safety of children according to camp manual at all times• Report any problems and concerns to the Program Director as needed• Report and discipline concerns to the Program Director as needed• Attend all staff meetings and training sessions as scheduled• Encourage each child to participate in constructive recreation and leisure activities• Assist children to develop an awareness of the Canandaigua community and leisure options in the community• Other duties as assigned by the Program Director
Qualifications
SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:• High School Diploma/GED• Desire and ability to work with children• Ability to assist or lead with the teaching of activities• Energetic, sense of humor, patient and self-control• Safety oriented at all times• Creative and artistic
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Job LocationsUS-NY-Canandaigua
Job ID 2024-12411
Category Social Services
Compensation Total compensation exceeds the stated base annual salary (or Hourly rate) range.
Compensation Min USD $15.00/Hr.
Compensation Max USD $15.00/Hr.
Type Temporary Full-Time