Recreation Counselor

Job Title

Before & After School Program Supervisor

Job Description

Responsible for caring and supervising the children attending the before & after school and summer camp programs. Directly interacts and leads activities with children. Represent the City of North Liberty's Recreation Department in a professional and exemplary manner under all circumstances. Work involves performance of no supervisory duties.

Essential Functions & Duties

• Provide care, safety and supervision to children in our before and after school, all-day, and summer camp programs.
• Provide excellent customer service in assisting the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Report and chart all disciplinary problems and other incidents as necessary.
• Perform light janitorial duties as needed so that facility remains clean and safe for patrons to use.
• Oversee program check-in and out procedures daily.
• Communicate information to parents.
• Comply with state laws, applicable safety and occupation standards, and department policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a positive working environment through cooperation with recreation personnel, library personnel, parks personnel, and all other city departments.
• Responsible for general knowledge in various sports, games, arts, and crafts.
• Coordinate, lead, and teach activities.
• Attend staff meetings to coordinate lesson plans; attend additional training courses and staff meetings as assigned.

Qualifications

• Position recommends a high school degree with 6 months to one-year previous recreation or childcare experience or related work/field. High School students may be considered.
• Position also recommends knowledge in childcare/babysitting.
• Must possess good communications skills, both oral and written, reading and monitoring skills.
• Ability to speak and write effectively.
• CPR and first aid certifications required.
• Possession of State of Iowa Driver's License; Obtain State of Iowa Class D Chauffeur's Driving License.
• Completion of criminal records and child abuse background record check and child abuse mandatory reporter training for the State of Iowa.
• Knowledge of department policies and procedures; youth development levels; recreation activities; applicable State laws or accreditation standards.
• Skills in dealing with children and parents; leading recreation activities; making quick decisions in emergency situations.
• Ability to read, speak, write, hear, and understand effectively to communicate with parents or guardians.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees, officials and the public. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace or citizens encountered during work.

Supplemental Information

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements Ability to exert up to 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force constantly. Physical ability to traverse variable terrain conditions not accessible by vehicle including but not limited to steep slopes, unleveled grades, and heavily vegetated areas for the purpose leading activities. Ability to visually review the terrain and facilities where activities take place. Intellectual ability, judgment, stamina and coordination necessary to normally complete daily assigned tasks within the workday. Ability to coordinate and participate in recreational activities. Ability to climb, pull, kneel, stoop, crouch, feel, stand, reach, hear, push, walk, balance, lift, grasp, talk. Repetitive motion is also required on a regular basis. Ability to walk long distances for supervision of recreational programs. Position requires exposure to both inside and outside conditions and noise.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

The City of North Liberty is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and comply with all applicable federal and state laws. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class.

The City of North Liberty participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. The City complies with the Immigration and Nationality Act and does not discriminate based on citizenship status or national origin.

Applicants with Disabilities We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of North Liberty. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources Department by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io.

The City places a high premium on its image and, as such, expects all employees to consistently behave in a manner which reflects positively upon the City of North Liberty. This job description is not the complete statement of every task and responsibility that is required of this position. It contains the major duties performed by an individual and may require assistance with other tasks as necessary.

This position is not eligible for City-sponsored benefits; however, it includes free use of the City's Recreation & Aquatic Center for employees, spouses, and minor children (membership card required; program fees not included).