Summer Recreation Program Assistant - Potsdam, United States - Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe

Description

Summer Recreation Program Assistant

Job Closing: May 8, 2024

Job Code: Salary Level: $17.09 per hour

Status: Full-time, Non-exempt, Term (June Aug) Location: Ionkwakiokwaroron/Mohawk School

Department: Education, Youth Services Reports to: Youth Services Manager

SUMMARY: To welcome and document attendance for each student participant each day while serving as conduit between parents, Summer Recreation Program Coordinator, Summer Recreation workers, Youth Services Manager and Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club facility administration. The Summer Youth Program Assistant will consider the needs of the youth participant(s). Must demonstrate acceptance of responsibility; show pride in work; demonstrate flexibility and a high level of professionalism and respectful of the opportunity to work within the assigned division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Complete and maintain time and attendance records of recreation workers and participants.

Exhibit a friendly and courteous manner when dealing with our employees and fellow associates.

Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.

Greet visitors and callers, handle their inquiries, and direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.

Maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other material.

Create a safe and positive learning environment for children ages 6 to 11 years old.

Assist the Summer Program Recreation Coordinator in keeping track of the school facilities and equipment for safety.

Be aware of daily planning of events such as beach day, cultural events, educational activities, as well as guest speakers and presentations.

Will assist in informing of any maintenance requirements of the school facilities and assist with upkeep of the school and recreational facilities.

Assist in maintaining rules and regulations in order to maintain and ensure safety of all summer program staff and participants.

Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures and notify emergency personnel when necessary.

Report and document all incidents, injuries, accidents or allegations of abuse to the Youth Recreation Coordinator.

Complete necessary documentation and forward to designated personnel.

Other duties as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: There are no supervisor requirements for this position.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This individual should be energetic, self-motivated, compassionate, and hard- working. They should also be knowledgeable of community dynamics and resources as well as trauma-informed care.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of one-year experience working in an early childhood setting and/or educational setting.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required. Must display maturity and a high level of professionalism and high organizational skills with keen attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of MS Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and Power Point. Must possess the ability to be attentive, meticulous and thorough. Interest/experience with photography, radio and/or video is considered an asset.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

Exhibit a friendly and courteous manner when dealing with employees, fellow associates, parents, community members and students of the summer program.

Establish and maintain effective and healthy working relationships with others, including staff, family members and others who may be under distress or duress.

Communicate and relate effectively with program staff, families and children.

Positively deal with crisis situations. Deal with hostile, aggressive persons or situations.

Will be aware and sensitive to the needs that may arise when handling stressful and demanding circumstances. Immediate debriefing will be made available.

Knowingly, carelessly, or recklessly divulges any information or documentation which has to come to their attention as an employee of the Tribe and which it is the duty of the employee to keep confidential; or knowingly, carelessly, or recklessly divulges any information of a personal nature relation to fellow employees or clients.

Promote a positive image of the summer program through healthy relationships with the families and employees served by the program.

Foster a climate of respect and integrity.

The successful candidate must pass a test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.

The successful candidate must pass a criminal background check prior to employment.

Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses). Applicants that are eligible for native preference must include Tribal Identification Card, Status Card or letter to be eligible for Native Preference. All submissions can be emailed to human.- or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY Due to our network security, we are unable to open hyperlinks. Applicants will need to attach their documents as a PDF or WORD files if emailing. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the SRMT will give preference to the qualified native applicant.

DRUG TESTING POLICY

All positions require the successful candidate to pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. Depending on the position there maybe multiple background checks.

ELIGIBILITY LIST

A list of qualified candidates is created from interviews that may be used for Emergency Hire individuals to similar positions within the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe for a period of six months.

INTERVIEW

Testing in the applicable skills may be required as part of the interview process.

EMPLOYEE COVID VACCINATION POLICY

Effective July 3, 2023, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe no longer requires the COVID-19 Vaccination for any positions within the organization, to include Health Services.