Job Description
Job Description
PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE:
Responsible for the overall planning, development and implementation of educational/recreational activities which support the educational and developmental needs of the children attending the afterschool program.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan and implement outside/indoor developmentally age-appropriate program activities, which are consistent with the program’s philosophy.
- Collaborates with Recreation Assistant/Associate, volunteer groups and outside organizations to organize and implement special events for the children and families.
- Plan and organizes field trips. Escorts and provides supervision of children on field trips.
- Plans and organizes parent activities which facilitates parent engagement in program activities.
- Collaborates with Case Management staff in orienting new families to services provided by the Recreation Program for children and families. Enrolls new children in program.
- Provides training and supervision to the Recreation Assistant/Associate(s).
- Maintains accurate records (attendance, physicals, registration, profiles, etc.) and completes reports which support department activities and attendance.
- Develops and post monthly calendar of activities for the department.
- Monitors program activities to ensure the safety of the children.
- Maintains inventory of supplies and ensure supplies are replenished as needed.
- Ensures classrooms are maintained cleaned and well organized. Monitors and ensures all damaged and broken equipment, toys, etc. are removed from the classrooms.
- Seek appropriate donations for the residents.
- Participates in staff meetings, trainings, case conferences, etc.
- Utilizing the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) - Client Assistance and Re-housing Enterprise System (CARES) complete incident reports as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience with working with school-age children providing recreational/educational activities. One (1) supervisory experience.
- High School Graduate required, and current active college attendance required.
- Food Protection Certification and CPR/First Aide Certification required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS (including Physical Demands):
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EEO Statement –Children’s Rescue Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.