Summer Program Assistant

City of Hopewell, VA

Hopewell, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Food Services, High School Diploma, Team Player
LOCATION
Hopewell, VA
POSTED
7 days ago
Salary: $16.60 Hourly
Location : 300 N Main St , Hopewell, VA
Job Type: Temporary Part-Time
Job Number: REC02132026
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 02/13/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
Assists with facilitating a variety of summer programs for children ages 3-17.

Examples of Duties

  • Involved in a variety of summer camp programs and special activities with children ages 3-17.
  • Leads a variety of physical activities, games, and craft projects while maintaining a safe and fun environment.
  • Monitor games, activities and trips to ensure safety of patrons. Enforces discipline, policies and procedures, and proper use of equipment.
  • Serves as a role model and promotes positive behaviors and attitudes while maintaining constructive relationships with participants and colleagues.
  • Assists with Summer Food Service Program meal preparation and service.
  • Prepares program materials, assists with room setup and cleanup, and secures equipment.
  • Maintains facility cleanliness and assists with custodial duties.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience working with youth, at least six months, preferred
Knowledge:
  • General knowledge physical activity, group games, and arts and crafts.
  • General knowledge of programs and activities appropriate for ages 3-17.
Skills:
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
Abilities:
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to work successfully in a team environment and maintain positive working relationships.
  • Ability to enter, stand, and move in a pool or lake.


Supplemental Information

Work Environment:
  • Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. Worker is exposed to temperature changes, noise, odors, dust and strenuous physical activity.
Essential Physical Activities:
  • May require occasional lifting of 25 lbs or less

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About the Company

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City of Hopewell, VA