Site Coordinator - Teen Programs

SITE COORDINATOR - TEEN PROGRAMS

Part-time, Non-exempt, AFSCME represented position

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE : Open until filled.

Anticipated Start Date : 08 / 26 / 2024

JOB DESCRIPTION :

General Statement Of Duties : Plans, organizes, implements, promotes, and oversees program activities in a middle school youth center;

ensures; safety of children who are participating in the program; does related work as required.

Distinguishing Features Of The Class : An employee in this classification is responsible for the day-to-day operations of an after-school youth center, middle school dances, middle school day camp and provides support to other district middle school programs.

The Site Coordinator holds ultimate responsibility for the safety of all the participants and program staff on site. Work is performed under the supervision of a Recreation Supervisor who reviews work primarily on the basis of results attained, feedback from participants and parents, and direct observation.

Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification. However, as the lead worker at the site, incumbents may be responsible for overseeing the work of designated staff and volunteers working at the program site.

Examples Of Essential Duties Performed : (Illustrative only. Any single position of a class will not necessarily involve all of the duties listed, and many positions will involve duties that are not listed.)

• Monitor participant safety with various measures including attendance taking and frequent head counts. Ensure the safety of all participants and program staff at the site.
• Plan, schedule, lead, and submit a site program schedule that includes a variety of recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.
• Work with Two50 membership to develop a Youth Advisory Council that will help develop and improve programming for middle school youth.
• Act as lead worker to assigned staff and volunteers, which may include assigning and reviewing work, putting together the schedule of working hours, program specific training, providing input to performance evaluations, assisting in the recruitment of site staff, and providing work assistance as required.
• Handle disciplinary problems with children, which includes implementing and monitoring age-appropriate behavior programs and attending / leading parent meetings.
• Promote programs, classes, and activities by talking to the school staff, participants, and parents; organizes information for and prepares program calendar;

organize and maintains informational bulletin boards; attends middle orientations, open houses, or other program opportunities.

• Support the Springfield Public School's behavior management systems into site and programmatic design.
• Maintain and submit, in a timely manner, all appropriate records; prepare reports related to programs and activities, including daily logs, incident reports, and attendance sheets.

Submit weekly numbers to supervisor on attendance and membership totals.

Respond to a variety of questions, concerns, and / or complaints from participants, school staff, parents, and the general public;

keeps parents informed regarding child's progress including achievements and challenges

• Establish and maintain communication with direct supervisor, and youth center staff, facility front desk, community agencies and partners, and families.
• Report cases of suspected child abuse to supervisor and contacts Department of Human Services as necessary.
• Act as on-site contact to handle transitions, emergency situations, room schedules, and facility concerns related to designated programs.
• Attend all staff meetings trainings as requested.
• Administer First Aid / CPR and respond to emergencies as required.
• Order and / or purchases necessary supplies.
• Assist in conducting surveys for periodic program evaluations.
• Drive van on field trips when necessary.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :

Knowledge : Considerable knowledge of behavior management systems; planning and implementing recreational and educational activities;

record keeping. Working knowledge of the Forty Developmental Assets and the Springfield School District's Quality Education Model.

Skills : The administration of basic First Aid and CPR; leading activities for children. Familiarity with basic computer operations and software including Microsoft Word and e-mail.

• Abilities : Effective written and verbal communication; work successfully and with sensitivity with children, parents, teachers, school administrators, and staff;
• work independently; act calmly and effectively in emergency situations; deal effectively with behavioral problems of children;

assign and review the work of others; maintain records and prepare accurate reports.

Required Experience And Training : One year of coursework in Education, Recreation, Family and Human Services, or a related associate's degree, and two years of experience in a youth center setting or in an ongoing group setting such as a classroom, day care center, or recreation center, including experience with on-site organizational responsibilities.

Preferred Experience And Training : Two years of coursework in Education, Recreation, Family and Human Services, and a related associates or Bachelor's degree, and three years of experience in a youth center setting or in an ongoing group setting such as a classroom, day care center, or recreation center, including experience with on-site organizational responsibilities.

Necessary Special Requirements : Possession of or ability to obtain current First Aid and CPR certificates; possession of or ability to obtain an Oregon Food Handler Permit;

possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license; safe driving record; current Willamalane Patron Driver certification or ability to complete certification within two weeks of hire.

Currently enrolled or ability to obtain enrollment on the Oregon Registry, within 3 months of hire date. Because this job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test will be required prior to employment. Must be 18 years old.

Physical Requirements Of The Position : While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects.

The position requires mobility including the ability to move materials weighing up to 25 pounds on a regular basis such as boxes / bags of activity materials, snack foods, etc.

Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while working with children in activities. Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation.

Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to the disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Hours / Shifts

• Monday - Friday 2 : 00 p.m. to 6 : 30 p.m.
• Fridays 1 : 00 p.m. to 6 : 30 p.m. on Springfield Public Schools early release days.
• Staff meetings and trainings as requested.

Drug Free Workplace

This job is considered safety sensitive, a drug screen test and ability to pass a criminal background check will be required prior to employment.

Oregon Pay Equity

Willamalane Park and Recreation District determines starting pay based on the applicant's relevant education, experience and training within the wage and salary range for the position.

This process is consistent with Oregon pay equity laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BENEFITS :

Paid vacation leave upon completion of probationary period, which is the 1st of the month following at least 6 months from hire date.

Vacation leave benefits will accrue for hours worked starting at the date of hire / eligibility and are based on years of service.

• Paid sick leave beginning with date of hire, 1 hour accrual for every 30 hours worked.
• Paid holidays (11 District-recognized holidays / year) pro-rated based on the employee's FTE.
• Eligible for reimbursement up to $600 per calendar year, non-cumulative, for eligible health care expenses.
• Annual cost of living increase (up to 4% as approved by the Board).
• Merit increase (3%) upon successful completion of probationary period and then annually.
• Additional $1 / hour increase upon successful completion of a Spanish competency test.
• 50-percent discount on selected childcare programs (see Policy Manual for restrictions).
• 25-percent discount on certain recreation programs.
• Free use of pools for lap and play swim for employee and family.
• Free use of fitness center for employee and family.
• Free Wellness programs for employee.
• Automatic payroll deduction for union membership dues.
• Payroll direct deposit is available.
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