Youth Development Assistant

Youth Development Assistant Location Greenacres, FL :

Introduction The City of Greenacres offers: Minimum: $14.18 Six (6) months of additional experiences over minimum requirements : $14.70 per hour One (1) year of additional experiences over minimum requirements: $15.23 Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Greenacres. You must be able to meet the minimum following requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited high school, or have obtained a State of Florida G.E.D. certificate or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Must submit to a post-offer physical examination, drug screen and Level II fingerprinting . The offer of employment will be contingent on the results of testing and/or examinations.

REQUIRED INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTS:

• A minimum of three (3) professional/personal references must be provided.

Please upload the following documents to the application:

• H.S. Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate
• College Diploma (if applicable)
• Veterans Preference documentation (if applicable)
• Military DD214 Form (if applicable)
• Military Discharge Certificate (if applicable)

Applications received without required attachments will be considered incomplete.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Position Summary: Assists with the daily operations, supervision and care of participants in the out-of-school time youth development programs and camps. Implements daily lesson plans, activity schedules, and facilitates a variety of playground games, arts & crafts, activities and assists with participant transportation. ( The duties listed are intended to serve as an example of the typical functions performed. They are not exclusive or all-inclusive and will vary with assignments.) Provides continuous supervision to program participants.

• Provides continuous supervision to program participants.
• Ensures programs run smoothly and handles any emergency situations and discipline problems that may arise.
• Assists with the daily snack distribution and the summer breakfast and lunch program.
• Maintains accurate participant records including group attendance, bus log, incident and accident reports, student comment log, etc.
• Ensures Quality Improvement Standards (QIS) are met.
• Assists with coordination and implementation of recreational programs and activities.
• Serves as a bus aide for school pick-ups and field trips, ensuring safety and supervision of all participants.
• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Ensures safety, security, and cleanliness of facility, equipment and vehicles.
• Communicates to appropriate program supervisor any problem, conflict or concern that may arise.
• Works special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Minimum standards of developmentally appropriate practices for children, youth and/or teens, depending on assignments.
• Basic supervision and safety procedures.
• Basic programming for specific activities, sports, arts & crafts, etc.
• Sports rules and regulations and ability to execute them as needed.

Ability to:

• Pass and maintain the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Live Scan Clearinghouse Level II background check.
• Handle various situations simultaneously, in a noisy and busy environment, or while operating a motor vehicle.
• Work with a diverse population.
• Participate and lead groups of children in various recreation activities.
• Learn and implement policies, procedures, rules and regulations as needed.
• Conduct pre-trip inspection and operate city vehicles on all roadways in a variety of weather conditions.
• Be available to work Camp Programs (Winter, Spring and Summer).
• Administer Basic First Aid as needed and CPR in an emergency.
• Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor.
• Maintain high standards for professional and ethical conduct.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public agencies, vendors and the general public.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform light maintenance and custodial duties.
• Follow safety rules and regulations of the City and the Department.
• Support the Department and City's Mission, Values and Goals.

Education & Experience

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
• One (1) year experience working or volunteering with children in different age groups in a structured setting.
• First Aid and basic CPR certification within six (6) months of employment.
• The following Department of Children and Families (DCF) Child Care courses must be completed within 90 days of hire:
  • Health, Safety and Nutrition (8 hours)
  • Child Growth and Development (6 hours)
  • Behavioral Observation and Screening (6 hours)
  • Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours)

• The following Department of Children and Families (DCF) Child Care courses must be started within 90 days of employment and completed within twelve (12) months of hire:
  • Foundations of Advancing Youth Development (12 hours) OR
  • Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations (6 hours)
  • Special Needs Appropriate Practices (10 hours)

• Annually complete fifteen (15) hours of in-service training (online or instructor led).

The City of Greenacres provides a benefit package that includes Paid-Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program & Holiday Pay for Regular Part-Time Employees. Part-Time Benefit Summary