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The City of Yorkton is hiring one Summer Students to assist with the S-CAPE Program for the 2016 season. We are looking for either a post-secondary student or student going into Grade 12 in the fall. The terms of employment will be from July until the end of August.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Implement and evaluate a summer play program for children ages 6 to 12.
- Offer a variety of activities including sports, games, crafts and literacy, in a structured format.
- Check equipment on a regular basis and report any deficiencies to supervisor.
- Ensure the safety of program participants through proper supervision.
- Keep accurate program statistics and compile daily and weekly summaries of activities.
Qualifications
- Ability to communicate effectively and maintain good relations with staff and the general public.
- Ability to plan, organize and perform duties with minimal supervision.
- Experience working with children
- Ability to work well with volunteers and the general public
- Currently enrolled in post-secondary education
- Possess and maintain R.C.M.P. security clearance with a vulnerable sector.
- Other related skills:
- Problem solving/decision making
- Leadership
- Initiative and innovation
- Written communication
Essential Skills
- Working with others
- Job task planning and organizing
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
Additional Skills
- Answer requests, inquiries and complaints
Specific Skills
- Co-ordinate facility sports, fitness and recreation programs and activities
Ability to Supervise
- 16-20 people
Clientele
- Children
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
Area of Functional Expertise
- Program planning and development