City of Sacramento
Recreation Aide (North Natomas Workforce Development)
City of Sacramento, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Overview
The Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment (YPCE) Youth Workforce Development Unit is hiring one part-time Recreation Aide to join the team implementing the North Natomas Workforce Development program. This program provides young people, 13-18 years of age, with an opportunity to engage in a variety of programming opportunities focusing on workforce readiness and personal growth. Daily sessions provide access to, and exploration of various tools and skills utilized in the workforce environment. These life skills can be integrated into navigating personal day-to-day challenges experienced by youth. This position will be responsible for facilitating in-person sessions including hands-on activities grounded in Youth Development principles where participants engage in critical thinking and discussions with peers and adult caregivers. Sessions also include guest speakers touching upon topics such as financial literacy, interpersonal communication, leadership styles, and professionalism. The Recreation Aide works approximately 15 hours per week, Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays. This program operates during out-of-school hours where staff must be available late afternoon and early evening. On a seasonal and/or part-time basis, lead and/or monitor a variety of recreation and community engagement activities at a facility or for a special event.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership in various recreation-based programs or City-sponsored events. Lead and/or monitor activities in arts and crafts, sports, games, and simple dramatics, field visits, group discussions, workshops, programs, meetings, and/or community events. Participate in and promote neighborhood and community recreation events. Request, issue, and monitor the return of playground and athletic equipment; check equipment for proper care; instruct participants in the safe and proper use of materials and supplies. Inspect equipment and apparatus; recommend replacement or repair as needed. Open and close recreational facilities; monitor facility use; prepare and set up facilities for recreational use. Interact with elementary aged youth, adolescents, and adults. Monitor youth in before- and after-school programs; encourage participation in activities. Assist with lesson plan preparation; help school-aged children with understanding and completion of homework; participate in maintaining acceptable behavior. Perform typing, filing, and other basic clerical tasks. Attend and participate in required meetings and in-service training activities. Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Basic first aid and safety practices; age-appropriate recreation activities; basic use of computers and common office machines; understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability To:
Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for efficient job performance; lead a variety of recreation activities; work with a variety of age groups; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education:
None required. Experience:
None required. Age / Special Qualifications:
Must be at least 16 years old by time of appointment. Note: Employees assigned to START and 4th R must be 18 years old by time of appointment.
Assessments & Training
Pass a criminal background check. Pass a tuberculosis screening test. This position is designated as a Mandatory Reporter; completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within two weeks of employment.
Work Conditions
Physical demands include ability to walk frequently; may involve running, starts and stops; grasping; and adequate hearing/vision to perform duties. Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to heat, sun, noise, dust, and pollens; may lift or move equipment up to 20 pounds. Some assignments may require working evenings and weekends.
Application Process
Please note: The City of Sacramento’s preferred communication with applicants is via email. Verify the email address on your application and check frequently, including spam/junk folders. All email notifications can be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. Submit online City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline. Supplemental questionnaire: complete online responses by the final filing deadline. Screening and interview process as described by the department; conditions for hire may include LiveScan/fingerprinting and other pre-employment checks.
Questions
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process, please refer to the official City of Sacramento resources.
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The Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment (YPCE) Youth Workforce Development Unit is hiring one part-time Recreation Aide to join the team implementing the North Natomas Workforce Development program. This program provides young people, 13-18 years of age, with an opportunity to engage in a variety of programming opportunities focusing on workforce readiness and personal growth. Daily sessions provide access to, and exploration of various tools and skills utilized in the workforce environment. These life skills can be integrated into navigating personal day-to-day challenges experienced by youth. This position will be responsible for facilitating in-person sessions including hands-on activities grounded in Youth Development principles where participants engage in critical thinking and discussions with peers and adult caregivers. Sessions also include guest speakers touching upon topics such as financial literacy, interpersonal communication, leadership styles, and professionalism. The Recreation Aide works approximately 15 hours per week, Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays. This program operates during out-of-school hours where staff must be available late afternoon and early evening. On a seasonal and/or part-time basis, lead and/or monitor a variety of recreation and community engagement activities at a facility or for a special event.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership in various recreation-based programs or City-sponsored events. Lead and/or monitor activities in arts and crafts, sports, games, and simple dramatics, field visits, group discussions, workshops, programs, meetings, and/or community events. Participate in and promote neighborhood and community recreation events. Request, issue, and monitor the return of playground and athletic equipment; check equipment for proper care; instruct participants in the safe and proper use of materials and supplies. Inspect equipment and apparatus; recommend replacement or repair as needed. Open and close recreational facilities; monitor facility use; prepare and set up facilities for recreational use. Interact with elementary aged youth, adolescents, and adults. Monitor youth in before- and after-school programs; encourage participation in activities. Assist with lesson plan preparation; help school-aged children with understanding and completion of homework; participate in maintaining acceptable behavior. Perform typing, filing, and other basic clerical tasks. Attend and participate in required meetings and in-service training activities. Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Basic first aid and safety practices; age-appropriate recreation activities; basic use of computers and common office machines; understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability To:
Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for efficient job performance; lead a variety of recreation activities; work with a variety of age groups; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education:
None required. Experience:
None required. Age / Special Qualifications:
Must be at least 16 years old by time of appointment. Note: Employees assigned to START and 4th R must be 18 years old by time of appointment.
Assessments & Training
Pass a criminal background check. Pass a tuberculosis screening test. This position is designated as a Mandatory Reporter; completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within two weeks of employment.
Work Conditions
Physical demands include ability to walk frequently; may involve running, starts and stops; grasping; and adequate hearing/vision to perform duties. Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to heat, sun, noise, dust, and pollens; may lift or move equipment up to 20 pounds. Some assignments may require working evenings and weekends.
Application Process
Please note: The City of Sacramento’s preferred communication with applicants is via email. Verify the email address on your application and check frequently, including spam/junk folders. All email notifications can be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. Submit online City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline. Supplemental questionnaire: complete online responses by the final filing deadline. Screening and interview process as described by the department; conditions for hire may include LiveScan/fingerprinting and other pre-employment checks.
Questions
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process, please refer to the official City of Sacramento resources.
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