Recreation Program Assistant

Overview

This position will assist in teaching and facilitating program activities; maintain direct communication with Program Coordinator; assist the Team Leader in program planning, implementation and evaluation; and be responsible for safety, effectiveness, and quality of programs. The Therapeutic Recreation Program Assistant supports the planning and facilitation of camps, classes, clinics, and events for the Therapeutic Recreation Division. This position assists with program setup and execution, helps oversee seasonal staff and volunteers, maintains facility and equipment inventories, and ensures activities are inclusive and safe.

Program Assistants report to the Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor and work closely with Coordinators to support daily operations, uphold County policies, and deliver excellent service to participants.
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Ensures the safety of all program participants.
• Assists in gathering documents, equipment, and transportation related to assigned program.
• Maintains current certifications appropriate to program area.
• Determines instructor and participant skills, ability, and comfort with particular activity environments.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of all program activities.
• Has technical proficiency related to the conduct of program-relevant activities.
• Monitors individuals participating in division programs to ensure County equipment is used appropriately.
• Maintains and keeps all equipment organized.
• Monitors inventory of division supplies and forms; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; informs Coordinator of needed supplies.
• Administers first aid and reports injuries/accidents to Program Coordinator.
• Maintains rosters, attendance, health forms, injury reports and disciplinary records.
• Provides monthly reports (as needed) to the program coordinator on program evaluations, staff performance, and program performance.
• Completes program evaluations.
• Communicates professionally with participants, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, exchange information or resolve problems.
• This classification is designated as a safety sensitive position that is subject to random drug and alcohol testing and any other drug testing methods as stated in policies adopted by Forsyth County concerning drug and alcohol.
• Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
• Performs Other Related Duties As Required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain valid First Aid/CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Requires completion of in-house training program and a valid certification related to the assigned program.
• Must have previous experience working with youth.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check.
• Must possess and maintain a GA driver’s license.