Job Description

Posting number: 00780

Department: RECREATION CENTERS AND PLAYGROUNDS

Job classification: basicREC Program Aide

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation, Child Care

Summary

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Do you enjoy working with children, getting creative, and making each day a little more exciting? Join our team as a basicREC Program Aide! Help create a safe, welcoming, and fun environment where participants can learn, play, explore, and make lasting memories. From leading games and creative activities to supporting fellow staff and building positive relationships with families, you’ll play an important role in making every day a great experience for our basicREC and Camp basicREC participants.

Why Join Us?

• Make a difference in the lives of children every day.
• Stay active and engaged. Enjoy outdoor activities, games, and more!

Work Schedule:

Split Shift Schedule

• Monday- Friday at 6:15 AM - 8:45 AM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Examples of duties

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a liaison between program participants, staff, and FCPRD.
• Represent FCPRD professionally and follow all applicable department and school policies and procedures.
• Supervises program participants to help ensure a safe, positive environment.
• Organizes, facilitates, and oversees games, art projects, and other activities for program participants.
• Helps maintain the cleanliness and organization of program facilities.
• Maintains positive working relationships with participants, parents, contracted organizations, and staff.
• Provides support to other program staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in high school or possess a high school diploma/GED.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Supplemental information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to walk, talk, stoop, kneel, bend, reach, sit, and grip as needed to perform job duties. Occasionally required to lift and move items weighing up to 30 pounds, including boxes, files, supplies, and equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work may be performed indoors or outdoors, with schedules that may include weekdays, weekends, daytime, and nighttime hours.

To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage: https://www.fcva.us/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits

All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobs