Contract Site Leader / Parks & Recreation / Special Populations #9013 at City of Cape Coral

SAFETY SENSITIVE: Yes FINGERPRINTING REQUIRED: Yes

This is a contract position governed by the terms and conditions of the employment agreement.

• Responsible for overall operation of adult, child and/or special population care and recreation programs: the staff and participants, as well as relations with parents, guardians, and school/church personnel.
• Knowledge of modern office support functions.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment and various computer programs and applications.
• Knowledge of inventory control, and bookkeeping functions.
• Ability to handle child discipline, staff management, and recreational programming.
• Skill in organization, prioritization, and time management.
• Skill in written, verbal, electronic, and visual communications for effective expression and clarity.
• Ability to be available for school functions, orientation and in-service meetings or training sessions.
• Ability to give and receive instructions and apply consistent courtesy and tact in public contact and/or confrontational situations.
• May be required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of assigned tasks.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor(s).

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities required for Special Populations.
• Certification in CPR and first aid required within ninety (90) days of hire or promotion.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license upon hire and obtain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire or promotion.
• Must be 21 or older.

• Tasks are performed inside and outside, subject to weather conditions and uneven terrain, and risk of exposure to toxic agents/chemicals, pathogens, and smoke. The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Tasks may require prolonged periods of visual concentration and require moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Requires the ability to speak, hear (perceive sound) and/or signal people to convey and exchange information; differentiate between colors or shades of color; read a variety of materials, at times complex; apply principles of rational problem-solving; record and deliver information, explain procedures, issue and follow oral and written instructions; and communicate in Standard English as primary language while performing job duties.