Recreation Assistant at The Salvation Army

OverviewSeeking: compassionate individuals looking to help make a difference!If you are passionate about making a difference in someones life and want to work for an organization that appreciates and recognizes their employees success we encourage you to apply today!Seeking a Part Time Recreation Assistant on our Canandaigua Corps TeamOur Part Time opportunities offer:Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays vacation time and sick timeEmployer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability AFLAC and Voluntary Term LifeChristmas BonusWireless discount for Verizon customersFree parkingSCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:Oversee educational programs for children in the Phoenix After-School Program.ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Plan and organize structured and unstructured activities for children participating in After-School ProgramSupervise a group of 810 children during after-school activitiesMaintain health and safety of children at all timesDiscipline children when needed in a loving and constructive way to promote personal responsibility and a good moral characterReport any problems or concerns regarding the childs welfare to the Program DirectorAssist with implementation of planned programs and activities under the direction of the Program DirectorAttend staff meetings and required trainings when scheduledEncourage each child to participate in constructive recreation and leisure activitiesAssist children to develop an awareness of the Canandaigua community and leisure options in the communityOther duties deemed necessary assigned by Program DirectorQualificationsSPECIAL SKILLS CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:High School Diploma/GEDDesire and ability to work with childrenAbility to assist or lead with the teaching of activitiesEnergetic sense of humor patient and self-controlSafety oriented at all timesCreative and artistic a major plusWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status. Key Skills Nursing Home Experience,Swimming,Assisted Living,Computer Skills,Microsoft Publisher,Dementia Care,Recreational Therapy,Alzheimers Care,Cash Handling,Music Therapy,Experience with Children,Supervising Experience Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1