Internship Details |
| Bend Park & Recreation District |
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| Website: | |
| https://www.bendparksandrec.org/ | |
| Internship Title | |
| Summer Camp - Youth Recreation Leader | |
| Area | Industry | Minimum Age* | Hourly Rate | Interns Needed |
| Bend | Education | 16 + | $18.38 - $20.95 (Depending on Experience) | 5 |
| Resume Required | Requires Cover Letter | Interview Required | Hours Per Week | Days Per Week |
| Yes | No | Yes | Varies | 5 |
| Application Deadline | Start Date | End Date | Computer Knowledge | Drug Screening |
| Open Until Filled | 02-21-22 | TBD | Yes | Yes |
| Background Check | ||||
| Yes |
| Description | |||||||||
- The District's PAC (Pavilion Activity Center) program is a youth recreation program for kids entering grades 3rd through 8th. - The District's OP REC ( Operation Recreation) program is a youth recreation program for kids entering kindergarten through 5th. - The PAC and OP REC provide a safe and fun place for kids to spend their summer with each day consisting of crafts and activities, field trips, and opportunities for sports and other related activities. About the opportunity:
The Youth Recreation Leader is responsible for instructing classes and leading activities. You will interact with youth through developmentally appropriate crafts, games, and/or other planned activities.
A day in the life:
- Instructs classes or leads recreation activities ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Creates daily plans for classes and activities within established guidelines and curriculum.
- Oversees the safety, comfort, and progress of participants.
- Adapts activities as needed to meet the abilities and needs of individuals.
- Prepares equipment, materials, and supplies required for conducting activities.
- Sets up, takes downs, and cleans up after class as required.
- Completes required class records, progress reports, certificates, etc.
- Communicates effectively with the public including providing accurate information related to work assignments and responding to patron and parent questions and concerns.
- Responds to accidents and incidents according to the procedure.
- Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
PAC and Op Rec dates and schedule
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| Educational Aspect | |||||||||
- Interns will learn how to work with children on a one-on-one and group level.
- They will improve on communication skills with the public.
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| Further Requirements | |||||||||
What you’ll need for success:
Strong Knowledge of:
- Basic recreation activity planning, class management techniques, and leadership strategies.
- Progressive methods for teaching skills associated with the assignment.
- Basic youth development principle.
Skill and Ability to:
- Plan, lead and instruct assigned recreation activities.
- Understand the needs of participants and adapt accordingly.
- Motivate participants through positive encouragement.
- Demonstrate skills responsible for teaching.
- Perform independently within a structured environment.
- Interact effectively with a variety of patrons/participants.
- Communicate effectively, tactfully, and pleasantly with the public and others.
- Establish and maintain positive, respectful, and cooperative working relationships with all contacts.
What we’re looking for: Education, Experience, and Training:
1. High school diploma or equivalent or currently attending high school; AND
2. Some previous work, training/certification, or volunteer experience related to the position; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training
License and Certifications:
1. Some positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Oregon driver’s license.
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| Lift Requirements | |||||||||
Working Conditions:
- Depending on job assignment, duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include exposure to environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures.
- Work schedule is varied and may require early evenings and holidays.
- Ability to walk and stand for sustained periods of time with frequent climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting.
- The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time.
- Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling, and kneeling in order to deliver equipment and supplies and set up and break-down equipment and facilities.
- Exposure to large crowds, uncooperative or difficult individuals, exposure to illness, and periods of continuous demand.
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Bend Park & Recreation District |
| Website: |
| https://www.bendparksandrec.org/ |
| Internship Title |
| Summer Camp - Youth Recreation Leader |
| Area | Industry |
| Bend | Education |
| Minimum Age | Hourly Rate |
| 16 | $18.38 - $20.95 (Depending on Experience) |
| Interns Needed | Requires Cover Letter |
| 5 | No |
| Interview Required | Application Deadline |
| Yes | Open Until Filled |
| Start Date | End Date |
| 2022-02-21 | TBD |
| Hours/Week | General Computer Knowledge |
| Varies | Yes |
| Drug Screening | Background Check |
| Yes | Yes |
| Description | |||||||||
- The District's PAC (Pavilion Activity Center) program is a youth recreation program for kids entering grades 3rd through 8th. - The District's OP REC ( Operation Recreation) program is a youth recreation program for kids entering kindergarten through 5th. - The PAC and OP REC provide a safe and fun place for kids to spend their summer with each day consisting of crafts and activities, field trips, and opportunities for sports and other related activities. About the opportunity:
The Youth Recreation Leader is responsible for instructing classes and leading activities. You will interact with youth through developmentally appropriate crafts, games, and/or other planned activities.
A day in the life:
- Instructs classes or leads recreation activities ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Creates daily plans for classes and activities within established guidelines and curriculum.
- Oversees the safety, comfort, and progress of participants.
- Adapts activities as needed to meet the abilities and needs of individuals.
- Prepares equipment, materials, and supplies required for conducting activities.
- Sets up, takes downs, and cleans up after class as required.
- Completes required class records, progress reports, certificates, etc.
- Communicates effectively with the public including providing accurate information related to work assignments and responding to patron and parent questions and concerns.
- Responds to accidents and incidents according to the procedure.
- Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
PAC and Op Rec dates and schedule
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| Educational Aspect | |||||||||
- Interns will learn how to work with children on a one-on-one and group level.
- They will improve on communication skills with the public.
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| Further Requirements | |||||||||
What you’ll need for success:
Strong Knowledge of:
- Basic recreation activity planning, class management techniques, and leadership strategies.
- Progressive methods for teaching skills associated with the assignment.
- Basic youth development principle.
Skill and Ability to:
- Plan, lead and instruct assigned recreation activities.
- Understand the needs of participants and adapt accordingly.
- Motivate participants through positive encouragement.
- Demonstrate skills responsible for teaching.
- Perform independently within a structured environment.
- Interact effectively with a variety of patrons/participants.
- Communicate effectively, tactfully, and pleasantly with the public and others.
- Establish and maintain positive, respectful, and cooperative working relationships with all contacts.
What we’re looking for: Education, Experience, and Training:
1. High school diploma or equivalent or currently attending high school; AND
2. Some previous work, training/certification, or volunteer experience related to the position; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of education, experience, and training
License and Certifications:
1. Some positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Oregon driver’s license.
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| Lift Requirements | |||||||||
Working Conditions:
- Depending on job assignment, duties may be performed either indoors or outdoors, which may include exposure to environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures.
- Work schedule is varied and may require early evenings and holidays.
- Ability to walk and stand for sustained periods of time with frequent climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting.
- The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time.
- Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing, pulling, and kneeling in order to deliver equipment and supplies and set up and break-down equipment and facilities.
- Exposure to large crowds, uncooperative or difficult individuals, exposure to illness, and periods of continuous demand.
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Area Coordinator |
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| Larry Holeman | ||
| larry@edcoinfo.com | ||
| 541-815-5005 | ||
| * Some minimum age requirements are mandated by age and work restrictions mandated by BOLI (Oregon Bureau of Labor & Industries). |