Recreation Assistant

Overview

Youth Development (After School) — The City of Roanoke is seeking an After School Recreation Assistant to perform responsible work in leading and facilitating youth development and recreation programs and activities with the Department's After-School PLAY program (for elementary school age children).

• Apply knowledge of youth development and community activities including fitness and movement, art, nature study, crafts, and assisting children with homework.
• Develop new and creative programs; build and maximize neighborhood and community relations; utilize effective oral and written communication.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as collecting registration documents, writing receipts, making deposits, and completing assignments on a computer.
• Support program operations during the regular school year, expected to work approximately 20-25 hours per week.

• Minimum requirements include any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and one year of experience in a day-care or after-school setting.
• Certifications required upon request: ARC Standard First Aid and CPR.

The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.

To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry. Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment. By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.