Recreation Aide

Community Services Department Job Opportunity

The Community Services Department is seeking reliable, energetic, and outgoing individuals to join their team on a part-time, seasonal or year-round basis in the following areas: Teen Center, Youth Basketball, La Fetra Center and Rentals. If you enjoy working with youth, young adults or the senior community, have great customer service skills, and want to gain more work experience in public service, this is a great opportunity. This is a continuous recruitment, and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Candidates will be contacted for next steps as vacancies arise and based on the specific needs and availability within departments. Please note that there is no set timeline for hiring, and submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will become available. Actual work hours and schedule vary according to program and participant needs, and assigned schedules will include weekends, evenings and/or holidays.

Some of the typical duties of the Recreation Aide include but are not limited to the following:

• Assists in sports, arts and crafts, games, hiking, and play activities for youth.
• Assists in the organization and delivery of various Community Services programs or services.
• Assures the safety of participants through proper use of equipment and enforcement of rules and regulations.
• Assists in supervision of community centers and park areas.
• Sets up and takes down tables, chairs and equipment for classes, programs, and special events.
• May complete written reports including facility checks and attendance reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Follow oral and written instructions; work well with children, teens and/or adults; enforce safety regulations and rules; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public; set up or take down tables, chairs and other equipment for classes or special events; perform various tasks for extended periods of time requiring physical strength, dexterity and endurance including standing, walking, running, crawling, bending, lifting and climbing; must be able to lift 40 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds and get from location to location during the course of doing business. Previous experience or volunteer experience with youth or senior community is highly desirable. Special Requirements: Possession of a Class C California Driver's license and a satisfactory driving record during the course of employment.