Program Leader- Youth Services - Livermore, United States - The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District

Description

About Livermore Area Recreation and Park District:

The mission of Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is to provide the people of the Livermore area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, recreation areas and facilities that promote enjoyment, lifelong learning and healthy active lifestyles.

The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is a multifaceted agency that was created in 1947 by a vote of the public.

The District is governed by a five-person, elected Board of Directors, each of whom serves a four-year term.

LARPD provides recreation and parks for the 245 square mile area bounded by Contra Costa County to the north, San Joaquin County to the east, Santa Clara County to the south and Cities of Pleasanton and Dublin to the west.

The agency provides neighborhood parks ranging from two to twelve acres in size; community parks with such amenities as an equestrian center and rodeo grounds, sand-based all-weather soccer fields and soccer and ball fields; open space parks totaling 1,360 acres; and special-use parks.

LARPD provides school-aged child care to youth at all eleven Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District elementary schools.

LARPD has the unique opportunity to provide continuity of enriching developmentally appropriate experiences for children beginning in our preschool programs and continuing with our School Age Child Development programs - ESS.

The District is also the provider of community classes, youth and adult sports, aquatics, environmental education, and senior services and special events throughout the year.

The bulk of the funding comes from program fees, property taxes and a special tax. The agency also obtains funding through the City of Livermore's parkland dedication or in-lieu fees for new park development.


POSITION INFORMATION:

Want to spend your time enriching the whole child while working in a team environment, then look no further then LARPD Youth Services.

LARPD delivers exceptional programming to the Livermore community.
Work at one of our various locations.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

SELECTION PROCESS

Based upon all submitted materials, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to proceed in the recruitment process.

SUMMARY

Under immediate supervision, performs routine support duties for child development services in Youth Services programs; assists children in activities; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives immediate supervision from higher-level supervisory staff and direction from lead staff. Exercises no supervision over staff.


DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This entry-level classification in the Program Leader series is responsible for providing child development services in Youth Services programs.

Incumbents at this level are not expected to function with the same amount of knowledge or skill level as positions allocated to the Senior Program Leader level, and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.

Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Provides support duties for child development services in Youth Services programs; assists children in activities; prepares and serves snacks based on established guidelines; performs clean-up and food storage duties.
• Assists in preparing instructional, craft, and other materials; participates in, and encourages, play activities with the children; may assist in providing tutorial and/or remedial activities in small groups.
• Uses positive reinforcement strategies to maintain order and discipline within the classroom; handles disruptions as needed.
• Opens, secures, and cleans program areas before and after program use; prepares program areas for scheduled activities and events.
• Assists in the implementation and monitoring of District procedures with respect to participant safety.
• May participate in staff meetings, family conferences, and other special meetings; observes and monitors family conditions and notifies supervisor of concerns as appropriate.
• Assists with maintaining required and appropriate documentation, including observation notes, logs, and other records.
• May participate in public relations, outreach, and community education activities.
• Attends staff training, workshops, and courses as directed by supervisor.
• Assists with District special events as needed.
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