Recreation Aide (Summer Camp)

Under supervision, assists in organization, development, and personal 
leadership in recreation activities of all types; does other related duties 
as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class provide support services to staff responsible
for recreation program activities.  These positions may provide input 
or recommendations regarding curriculum planning, subject to approval 
by supervisory staff.  The exercise of independent judgment is limited 
due to the nature of the work.Assists in the curriculum planning, organization, promotion and 
implementation of recreational programs and activities.   

Helps promote recreation programs of all types.

Helps organize and lead groups and individuals in various activities.
Helps plan, implement and publicize special events.

Helps participants attain greater skills in and enjoyment from recreation 
activities.

Assists in the maintenance of records and completion of reports 
(e.g. Participation Usage Reports, time cards, incident/accident 
reports, etc.) as directed.

May demonstrate and explain techniques, procedures, materials, 
equipment, and supplies used in the recreation program.

Helps set up and clean activity area to ensure it is neat and free of 
health/safety hazards.

Responds quickly and appropriately to potentially hazardous situations; 
reports all incidents and accidents according to established procedures.    

Welcomes visitors and answers incoming telephone calls.

Notifies patrons of activity schedules and registration requirements.

Monitors participants to ensure orderly conduct.

May maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.

Reports to supervisor orally or in writing on groups and individuals.
Maintains records.

Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or 
manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, 
or related units.  Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in 
New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee 
mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Ability to assist in instructional tasks.  

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with 
participants, associates, and the public.

Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording 
and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently 
to perform duties of this position.  American Sign Language or Braille may 
also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they
can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable 
accommodation.  If the accommodation cannot be made because it 
would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be 
eligible.