Senior Center Recreation Leader

Summary Statement The Dick Eardley Senior Center provides a safe and supportive environment where older adults can engage in activities that promote physical, intellectual, and social well-being.
The Senior Center Recreation Leader: Leads programs/camps for adults at community centers and in the community.
Assists supervisor and staff in coordinating safe, fun, and appropriate activities.
Work is performed using independent judgment and discretion.
This position is open to individuals aged 19 and older.
This position is required to drive a 12- or 15-passenger van.
This position is designated as At-Will.
Essential Functions Leads day trips for adults in Boise and the surrounding area.
(40%) Drives 12-passenger shuttle or 15-passenger van.
Ensures the safety and well-being of clients.
(40%) Acts as liaison between Boise Parks and Recreation and activity destinations.
(10%) Properly manages money for group activities in the community.
(10%) Performs other duties as assigned.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
Total Percentage = 100% Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Six months' experience volunteering or working with adults in a customer service role.
Ability to communicate and establish rapport with participants of all ages and ability levels; deal with the public, coworkers and supervisors in a friendly and tactful manner; recognize and redirect misbehavior; use strong human relations and organizational skills; display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of city employees, the general public and other organizations; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations; maintain prompt and regular attendance; perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training One year of experience teaching classes or leading programs with multiple participants Current certification in CPR/First Aid Licensing And Other Requirements Valid state-issued driver's license.
Special Requirements Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Driving Record Check Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is rarely lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds.
Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds.
The noise level is always moderate.
Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear.
Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Employees will sit, stand and walk.
Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions and outdoor weather conditions.
Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position.
Lead programs inside of community centers and outside.
19-Hour TemporaryAll temporary part-time employees working less than an average of 19-hours per week are not currently eligible for benefits.
4-Month TemporaryAll 4-month temporary employees working an average of 40-hours per week will accrue personal leave which can be used during employment.
8-Month Seasonal In addition to accruing personal leave, anyone in an 8-month seasonal position working over an average of 30-hours per week is eligible for medical coverage.
9-Month TemporaryIn addition to personal leave accrual and medical coverage, a position that is classified as a 9-month temporary is eligible for PERSI retirement benefits.
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