Summer Recreation Day Camp Aide

Summer Recreation Day Camp Playground Aide

The Charter Township of Shelby Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department is now accepting applications for Summer Recreation Day Camp Playground Aide. Applicants should be available for the entirety of the camp - June through August (9 weeks), 35-40 hours/week, Mondays – Fridays between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:30pm. The hourly wage for this position is $14.99 per hour, no benefits.

GENERAL FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Summer Day Camp Director and Assistant Director and adhering to the licensing guidelines set forth by the State of Michigan, Playground Aides in this program will provide care for youth ages 5-12 years old in a state-licensed day camp setting. Individuals should possess extensive knowledge and prior experiences in arts and crafts, sports, games, and field trip supervision.

JOB DUTIES:

• Comply to all policies set forth by the State of Michigan and Shelby Township Parks & Recreation, & Maintenance Department
• Complete and submit all necessary paperwork relating to program as directed by State of Michigan guidelines
• Work as a team alongside Director, Assistant Director and other Playground Aides to plan, coordinate, implement, and direct daily activities within the camp setting
• Develop working relationship with supervisors and other staff members
• Assure youth participant safety with close monitoring
• Create and maintain open lines of communication with all participants' parents/guardians
• Strive to establish strong relationships with all Summer Recreation campers to ensure a high-quality program experience
• Institute appropriate disciplinary action if required
• Ensure a fun, active and engaging experience for the Summer Recreation youth participants
• Fill out necessary program paperwork in a timely manner, meeting all required deadlines
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age 18 years old
• Must have previous experience working with children ages 5-12 years old
• Applicant must be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED training, which will be provided by the camp

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Human Resources Department. The Charter Township of Shelby provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.