Program Aide (W. D. Hill)

Program Aide (W. D. Hill) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/durhamnc/jobs/newprint/4649056) Apply  Program Aide (W. D. Hill) Salary$16.65 - $18.74 HourlyLocation Durham, NCJob TypePT w/o benefits (Less than 20 hours per wk)Job Number24-05094DepartmentParks and RecreationOpening Date09/09/2024Closing Date9/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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Position DescriptionWork. Serve. Thrive. With the City of DurhamAdvance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve. A nationally accredited team of passionate professionals devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. Our talented team at Durham Parks and Recreation (https://www.dprplaymore.org/27/ABOUT-US) is devoted to community service and provides a diverse range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences while being united through our core pillars of creating equitable economic impacts; advancing conservation; rejuvenating health and wellness; enhancing quality of life and sustaining social equity. Hourly Rate: $16.65Hours: 15 hours per week Weekdays: 4:00pm - 9:00 pm; Saturday: 8:30 am - 2:00pm Position responsible for assisting with leading and teaching participants in a variety of indoor and outdoor recreational activities. Expertise is diverse and not specialized to any single discipline. Incumbent follows a prescribed activity schedule, instructs group activities, provides continuous supervision, facilitates special projects with participants, and provides behavior management. Position requires incumbent to be able to actively participate through physical engagement with participants during indoor and outdoor activities such as local hikes, swimming, athletic field games and activities, and gym/playground games and activities. Responsibilities include reporting participants’ issues, program supply needs, and contributing to daily updates with fellow staff and supervisors. Duties/Responsibilities

Assists in organizing youth and adult sports, games and activities, arts and crafts, music and drama, and other recreational activities.

Maintains order and discipline, issues and collects equipment.

Acts as a role model for participants, fellow staff and volunteers.

Assists in planning and conducting special events and projects and encourages volunteer participation.

Assists with program set up and housekeeping tasks as needed.

Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service training programs, orientations, and evaluation sessions.

Completes evaluation forms at the end of the program.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

-Child development.

-Basic arts and crafts.

-Elementary math, science, writing, etc.

SKILLED IN:

Interacting with children.

-Organizing and actively facilitating a variety of recreational and social activities.

Communicating instructions effectively to individuals and groups.

Adhering to program standards and objectives.

Following directions and completing assigned tasks.

Exhibiting character, integrity, and adaptability.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Requires the ability to read, write and follow directions.

Must be at least 16 years of age.

A valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto Injector Certification within the first six months of employment.

Additional Preferred Skills

At least 1 month of experience in recreation services.

Experience working with participants of diverse age groups, skill levels and abilities.

Ability to provide customer service and assist with coordination of programs.

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Where did you first hear about this opportunity?

City of Durham Website

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Job fair

Employee referral

Professional organization Please list the organization in "other" box below

Internet posting Please list the specific web site in the "other" box below

Craig's List

Facebook

LinkedIn

GlassDoor

governmentjobs.com

Monster.com

Indeed.com

Employment Security Commission

Magazine/Newspaper

Other

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If you listed "other" above please give specific web site, organization, or publication.

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Are you 16 years of age or older?

Yes

No

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Do you have the ability to read, write, and follow directions?

No

Yes

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Do you have a valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto Injector Certification "or" if hired, are you willing to obtain within the first six months of employment?

I have the required certification.

I do not have a valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto Injector Certification, but willing to obtain within the first six months of employment.

I do not have a valid Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – with Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto Injector Certification and not willing to obtain within the first six months of employment.

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Do you have at least 1 month of experience in recreation services?

No

Yes

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Do you have experience working with participants of diverse age groups, skill levels and abilities?

No

Yes

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Do you have the ability to provide customer service and assist with coordination of programs?

No

Yes

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