On-Call Aftercare Assistant

The On-Call Aftercare Assistant will work on an on-call, as needed basis. This position performs intermediate paraprofessional work planning and supervising the activities of children at a recreation center. Work is performed under general supervision.

• Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child under their watch.
• Supervises and organizes games and activities for children.
• Escorts children using different forms of transportation (i.e., walking, bus).  
• Is aware of and implements safety guidelines.
• Takes responsibility for the quality of the supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Maintains a high standard of health and safety in all activities for children and staff.
• High level of professionalism when interacting with parents and guardians.  
• Supervises the orderly arrival and departure of children.
• Represents the City positively when interacting with the public.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• Must have valid CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Experience as a Summer Camp Counselor for at least one (1) full Summer with the City of Parkland.  

 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to pass a Level 2 Background Check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Ability to commit to the entire Fall Break/Winter Break/Spring Break program
• Ability to work up to 8 hours per day during the course of the program
• Ability to communicate well with participants, parents, other staff and the general public
• Ability to exercise initiative, interpret and apply laws, ordinance, rules, regulations, and safety and health standards
• Ability to change planned activities in a moment's notice
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Ability to set a good example for campers to encourage sharing, clean up, and good sportsmanship
• Ability to keep records and prepare reports
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to be patient and calm in a high stress environment
• Ability to teach and coach campers in planned activities indoors and outdoors
• Ability to exercise good judgement, self-control, and demonstrate enthusiasm
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work environment is typically performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity and responsiveness to changes that include goals, priorities, and needs of the organization and position.
• The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
• Work may be performed indoors and outdoors in hot, humid, or rainy weather.
• Must be able to constantly stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, speaking, standing, talking, walking, and running.

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION: This position is deemed a safety sensitive position in accordance with Florida State Statute Chapter 112.0455 Drug Free Workplace Act and is subject to pre-employment drug screening.