Salary: $12.00 HourlyLocation : Multiple locations, LAJob Type: Part TimeJob Number: PA2024Department: RecreationOpening Date: 05/03/2024Closing Date: 9/27/2024 4:59 PM CentralFLSA: Non-ExemptGeneral SummaryThe Program Aide works at BREC recreation sites assisting staff with activities, supervising sports, recreational/educational activities on site and on field trips, adhering to operating and safety rules and regulations.Requirements and Job SpecificationsExperience working with youth; Ability to supervise and actively participate with 10-15 active children;Ability to work with participants, staff, and the general public;Leadership skills, including ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm to participants;Skilled in varied sports/recreation activities such as bowling, skating, field games, etc.Ability to adapt activities for children with disabilities so that inclusion (interaction with children with and without disabilities can participate together) can occur is preferred. Functions and DutiesEssential Functions of the Job:Duties include but not limited to:
- Assisting with organization, leading and teaching of one or more recreation activities of various types of recreation programs including nature studies, arts and crafts, sports, games, music, special features, events or field trips;
- Communicating, enforcing, and adhering to rules and regulations for operation, safety and welfare of participants;
- Reporting to supervisor on activities, participants, programs, carrying our policies and objectives of programs.
- Adaptive assignment may also include: Assisting individuals of all ages and abilities; completing individual assessments, adopting activities for participants; and assisting individuals with transfer and personal care of participants.
- Athletics assignments may also include: Updating game/sports standings; monitoring sports field schedules; training and scheduling sports officials; developing appropriate sports drills and performing referee functions for sports programs and events.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor. Supplemental InformationPart-time position, as scheduled for entire recreation program, within general framework of 29 hours per week.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement.An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen . 2024 PART-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITSThe following benefit components have been approved by the BREC Commission as part of the valuable supplemental compensation package for part time employees. However, the Commission has the right at any time to amend, modify or change components; benefit provisions; eligibility requirements; and contributory rates. Each benefit is also subject to change by the authority of each governing body.DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: BREC has adopted a deferred compensation plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions. BREC provides 4% contribution match for part-time employees. Upon request, a Nationwide Retirement Solutions representative can meet individually with each participant to review eligibility, participation, and investment opportunities. For assistance in setting up or making adjustments to your account call 877-###-####.CREDIT UNION: Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Baton Rouge City Parish Employee's Federal Credit Union. One may choose to participate in a variety of banking services including checking, savings, Christmas Clubs, direct payroll deposit, major credit cards or personal loans. Eligibility and rates are determined by the credit union governing board.EMPLOYEE/FACILITY PRIVILEGE: BREC employees who actively participate in BREC programs gain a better knowledge and understanding of facility needs. This generates understanding and cooperation in interdepartmental needs. Some restrictions may apply.PAID TIME OFF: Part-time employees who work a minimum of 29 hours per week and at least 1,000 hours will be eligible to accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) hours. The purpose of the Paid Time Off benefit is to allow part time employees greater flexibility to take time off for vacation, sick and/or personal time. The maximum accrual is 40 hours per fiscal year. Once employees reach the cap, the employee will not accumulate any more PTO until some of the time in the account is utilized. After the balance goes below the maximum, the employee will begin accruing PTO again. Except for illness, employees are required to obtain supervisor approval in advance for the time off. PSLF: BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after Oct. 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.01 Have you ever volunteered for BREC? Yes or No. If so, in what capacity and what location? 02 What experience do you have specifically with children ages 4 to 16? 03 Do you have any physical impairment which prohibits your being outdoors for long periods during the day and participating in physical activities? If yes, please specify. 04 How comfortable are you with reptiles and or being outdoors?
- Very comfortable
- Comfortable
- I like being outdoors, but I do not like reptiles
- Uncomfortable
- Very uncomfortable
05 What sports/activities are you familiar with? Please select all that apply, from the list below:
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Cooking
- Dance
- Fiber/textile arts
- Jogging/Running/Walking
- Baseball
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Art
- Nature/environmental educational activities
- Astronomy
06 Please specify what experience you have working with children with physical or mental disability. If you have no experience of this type, enter N/A. 07 Which area of the Parish interests you? Check all that apply.
- Airline Hwy/Shenandoah
- Baker/Zachary Area
- Central/Sherwood Area
- Downtown/North Baton Rouge (city)
- Highland/South Baton Rouge
- Jefferson Hwy/Mid-city
08 What is your availability? Select all that apply
- Open (available for any shift)
- Morning - weekdays
- Afternoon -weekdays
- Evening - weekdays
- Morning - weekends
- Afternoon - weekends
- Evening weekends
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