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Summer Aide- Youth Training

Company

King County
Address , Seattle, 98146, Wa
Employment type PART_TIME
Salary $18.43 - $23.36 an hour
Expires 2023-07-20
Posted at 11 months ago
Job Description
Summary

Looking for an exciting and rewarding way to spend your summer? Look no further!
King County Teen Program is seeking enthusiastic and responsible youth to join our team as Summer Aides to support our 8-10 week Summer Recreation Program.
As a Summer Aide, you will work closely with a Program Leader to supervise groups of children and teens in a variety of fun and engaging recreational activities. You'll be part of our front-line staff and have the opportunity to teach activities like games, arts and crafts, athletics, and special events, all while gaining valuable experience in leadership, teamwork, and communication.
While not always working under direct supervision, you'll receive frequent inspections and reviews from a supervisor to ensure you're doing your best work.
All successful candidates will be required to complete a background check prior to employment.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people in your community while having a blast this summer!
Apply now to become a Summer Aide!
About King County Parks:
King County Parks is dedicated to stewarding, enhancing, and acquiring parks to inspire healthy communities. With over 205 parks, 175+ miles of regional trails, and 250+ miles of backcountry trails, we strive to provide park amenities that can be enjoyed by King County residents today and for generations to come. We value collaborative partnerships with community organizations and work towards the common goal of creating a vibrant and inclusive park system. Learn more at www.kingcounty.gov/parks.
And check us out on the socials at Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Vimeo.
Who is Eligible: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Must be 16 years old.
Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social and economic equality for ALL people in King County. We welcome applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect and partnership.
Work Location: White Center Community Center/Steve Cox Memorial Park, 1321 SW 102nd Seattle Washington, 98146 and/or Skyway Park Area.
Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position is flexible and can be varied and event-driven. This position will work approximately 12-20 hours per week and may require weekends and late evening work.
Union Representation: This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible.

Job Duties

Core Work Duties:

  • Attend scheduled staff training and meetings.
  • Work with Summer Program Leader to set up, serve, and clean up snack and/or lunch for youth.
  • Work with Summer Program Leader to plan, lead, and clean up low-organized activities for youth. Programs include sports, games, arts and crafts, small group activities, quiet and reading activities and special events.
  • Be proactive in resolving conflict among youth and ensuring a safe environment.
  • Interact with co-workers and participants in a positive, cooperative and supportive manner, and serve as a role model for youth at all times.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Minimum Requirements:
  • Experience providing excellent customer service to a diverse customer base
  • Required to hold up-to-date CPR and First Aid certifications. (If necessary, help will be provided to obtain the certifications in compliance with state and local regulations)
  • Ability to provide and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to work effectively and communicate clearly with the public and fellow employees.
  • Working knowledge of the principles, rules, materials and equipment required in a variety of recreational activities.
  • Must be 16 years of age to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to prepare written reports as assigned.
  • Address and report emergency situations that may arise.

Physical Requirements
  • May require lifting, bending, reaching, sitting for long periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to assist with program set-up and take-down.
  • Ability to working outdoors in all types of weather as needed.
Supplemental Information
Application and Selection Process: Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in a panel interview process. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.
  • Responses to supplemental questions
  • King County application

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Darlene Sellers at 206-477-2104, if you have questions about the application process or about the job duties.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles-we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
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