Location
Calgary, AB | Canada
Job description
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. The City offers unique, diverse jobs and a variety of work locations. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request
As a Recreation Leader, you will be responsible for leading programs and activities while supervising participants in children and youth programs. Such programs may include general recreation and/or social programs, special events, day camps, and AfterSchool programs. Primary duties include:
- Work collaboratively with team and assist in the development and implementation of meaningful program plans and activities.
- Lead recreation and/or social programs that focus on social and skill-based outcomes.
- Be a positive role model while mentoring participants and volunteers.
- Ensure safety and supervision participants.
- Prepare equipment and supplies required for activities and assist with daily set up and clean up.
- Maintain records, provide program feedback and assist with program evaluation.
- Communicate professionally with direct supervisors, program team and caregivers.
- Maintain high degree of customer service.
Qualifications - Minimum 16 years of age for children's programs or minimum 18 years of age for youth programs.
- Children's Program Leaders must have at least 4 months of direct experience working with children such as: volunteering, babysitting, practicum, post-secondary education, coaching, mentoring or related.
- Youth program leaders must have at least 4 months of direct experience working with youth such as: leadership and/or volunteer development, coaching, mentoring, volunteering, practicum, post-secondary education or related.
- Previous experience working with diverse populations (for example, culturally and/or physically diverse populations) will be considered an asset.
- Previous training of Physical Literacy, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Social Emotional Literacy will be considered and asset.
- Interest in, current enrolment in post-secondary fields, or possession of post-secondary education in Child Studies, Education, Social Work, Kinesiology, or related Human Service fields will be considered and asset.
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent) and access to a personal vehicle for work may be required for some positions.
- Ability to obtain The City of Calgary operator's permit may be required for some positions.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and relationship building skills along with the ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts.
- Sound judgment in safety standards, well-developed customer service skills, and willingness to take initiative and extra leadership duties within program space.
Pre-employment Requirements - Current Intermediate First Aid certification (equivalent to Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level "C", and Automated External Defibrillator (AED)) is required.
- A valid Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Search must be provided. Date of completion must be within the last 12 months.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
- Applicants may be contacted, interviewed and hired throughout the duration of this competition.
Union: Non-Union / Code 86
Business Unit: Recreation and Social Programs
Position Type: Up to 150 On-Call
Location: Various
Compensation: $17.00 - 21.00 per hour
Days of Work: This position works daytime,
evening, and occasional weekend shifts
Hours of work: On-call hours will vary
based on operational requirements
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: June 3, 2024
Job ID #: 309315
Job tags
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