Summer Recreation Aide (Entry Level; High School Only)

Application Submission Dates: February 2 -March 15, 2024

Minimum of 4 weeks summer commitment (June 1 - August 2)

PRD's summer camp and preschool programs are seeking enthusiastic, creative, dynamic, and spirited individuals to join our summer team. Under general supervision, Recreation Aides will provide support to Recreation Leaders in conducting various recreational and sports activities in the City's Schoolmates and preschool programs, summer camps and classes. (Formerly called Counselor-in-Training program).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Interviews:

• Tuesdays-Thursdays, February 6-27, from 1:00-5:00 pm
• Selected candidates will be notified on Thursday, February 29th

Onboarding Session:

Thursday, March 7, from 4:30-6:00 pm

Interviews:

• Tuesdays-Thursdays, March 12-26, from 1:00-5:00 pm
• Selected candidates will be notified on Thursday, March 28th

Onboarding Session:

• Thursday, April 4, from 4:30-6:00 pm

Onboarding Session (Make-Up):

• Thursday, April 18, from 4:30-6:00 pm

Ideal candidates are:

• Professional: You know how to engage appropriately with children and parents alike.
• Responsible: Safety comes first and you always follow through.
• Energetic/Enthusiastic: You're a team player, always ready to jump in and have fun!
• Experienced working with children in a recreation/after-school setting

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPENSATION:

• Current enrollment in High School, minimum 15 years of age at the time of applying
• Work Permit required under 18 years of age
• Salary: $16.00 - $17.00 /hour
• Hours per week: 20-25 hours

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to ensure staff and campers are as safe and healthy as possible and to comply with enhanced health and safety protocols.

Knowledge of:

• Theories, principles, methods, and materials used in recreational activities with elementary school children.
• Principles and practices of recreation program supervision for elementary school children.
• Safety practices and procedures, including basic first aid and CPR.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES*

• Assist in supervision of recreation programs and activities such as games, arts and crafts, drama, sports activities, and special events.
• Mediate conflict resolution when needed, and display role model behavior to youth.
• Instruct and support children in the safe use of supplies, playground apparatus and equipment.
• Maintain safety and positive behavior of participants.
• Notify appropriate staff of any problems regarding facilities, children, and parents.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Always ensures the health and safety of children and staff; maintains a safe, clean, organized environment and provides leadership and PRD camp spirit to all campers.
• Sets up and uses a variety of recreational, educational, cleaning, and other equipment related to the program.

• Performs other duties as assigned

IF SELECTED: Upon acceptance, applicants will receive an email confirmation via Caselle Hire regarding next steps.

Both the staff training and the onboarding session are mandatory for all summer employees.

ONBOARDING: Will take place at PRD in the 2nd floor classroom from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM. All employees are expected to submit I-9 documentation and work permits (if applicable). Below are a list of onboarding session dates:

• Thursday, March 7th
• Thursday, April 4th
• Thursday, April 18th (Make-Up Date)

MANDATORY SUMMER STAFF TRAINING

• New Hire Training: Saturday, May 18th from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Hampton Park, 401 Hampton Road, Piedmont, CA 94611

• CPR Training: Wednesday, May 22nd 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Location TBD)

• New/Returning All Camp Training: Saturday, June 1st from 9-11. Location determined based on camp assignments.