- Salary
- $18 – $20/hr
- Location
- Malvern, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Part-time
- Education
- High School
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Job Description:
Department: Youth Activities
Reports To: Director of Member Experience.
- Assist in coordinating, and executing youth, teen, and family events and activities throughout the Club.
- Implement creative, age-appropriate activities and programming for children and teens.
- Assist with the planning and execution of Kids Club, summer camp programming, holiday events, family events, teen programming, and other youth-focused activities.
- Coordinate event logistics including schedules, supplies, decorations, activities, food and beverage needs, and equipment.
- Assist with coordinating and directing Youth Activities Counselors and other event staff during youth events and summer camp.
- Greet and engage members and guests in a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic manner.
- Serve as a point of contact for parents and families during youth events and activities.
- Assist with registration, attendance, and sign-in/sign-out procedures for youth programs and events.
- Ensure knowledge of children’s allergies, dietary restrictions, and special needs and communicate relevant information to staff.
- Supervise and engage children and teens during activities while maintaining a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
- Assist with coordinating children’s meals, snacks, and other food and beverage needs during youth programming.
- Oversee event set-up, decorations, activity stations, and room arrangements prior to events.
- Maintain an organized inventory of youth programming supplies, games, crafts, equipment, and decorations and communicate when supplies need to be replenished.
- Assist with researching and recommending new activities, programs, vendors, entertainment, and event ideas.
- Work closely with other Club departments to ensure successful execution of youth and family programming.
- Communicate effectively with management and staff regarding event details, member feedback, incidents, and unforeseen circumstances.
- Be knowledgeable of and comply, at all times, with the Club’s standards, policies, and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
- Respond appropriately and calmly in emergency situations and follow all Club safety procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as required.
- High school education or equivalent required; college coursework or degree in Recreation, Hospitality, Event Management, Education, or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience working with children, youth programming, recreation, hospitality, events, or a similar environment preferred.
- Must possess CPR and First Aid certification or obtain certification within a designated period of employment.
- Knowledge of Outlook, internet applications, and use of office equipment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple events, tasks, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Creative and enthusiastic approach to developing age-appropriate activities and programming.
- Must enjoy working with children, teens, and families of all age groups.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with members, guests, clients, vendors, and employees.
- Must possess excellent communication skills including strong verbal, written, and positive interpersonal skills.
- Ability to confidently communicate instructions, gain the attention and cooperation of young members, and lead activities.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate event needs.
- Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to delegate tasks and provide direction to staff and event team members when necessary.
- Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
- Must work in a safe, prudent, organized, and professional manner.
- Ability to interact effectively with members, guests, and staff of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and education levels.
- Excellent team player with ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing event needs and schedules.
- Requires the ability to safely lift items up to 30 pounds.
- Continuous walking and standing during events and programming.
- Be physically able to reach, bend, stoop, and move throughout event and activity spaces.
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
- Must be able to convey information clearly to members, guests, children, parents, and staff.
- Must be able to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and event details simultaneously.
- Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
- Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure, particularly during summer camp, busy events or unexpected situations.
- Must be able to maintain a positive and energetic presence while supervising and engaging with children and families.