Recreation Specialist I (Seasonal) Camp Counselor

Grade 10 - Fun in the Sun

Pay Range: $14.99 - $16.83/hr

https://www.manchesternh.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employment

General Statement of Duties:

Plans and supervises recreational activities for children; performs directly related work as required.

Examples of Essential Work:

  • Provides supervision to youths participating in the City’s recreational programs;
  • Plans recreational activities such as arts and crafts from available resources to keep children active and entertained throughout the day;
  • Maintains accurate attendance records at all times;
  • Provides a safe and secure play environment for children participating in the program;
  • Meets with parents to discuss special needs of child and develops methods to deal with any special needs;
  • Performs first aid to injured children;
  • Resolves conflicts, complaints, and public relation issues;
  • Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to other employees in the same or similar class of positions;
  • Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems;
  • Attends meetings, and internal training sessions to become or remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas;
  • Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner;
  • Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities;
  • Performs other directly related duties as required.

Acceptable Experience and Training:

  • Graduation from High School or possession of a GED; and
  • Some experience in planning recreational activities for children; or
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Required Special Qualifications:

  • Ability to pass a background check.
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$14.99 - $16.83/hr
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