Afterschool Care Specialist

JOB TITLE: AFTERSCHOOL CARE SPECIALIST

Reports To: Afterschool Care Coordinator

Type: Part Time

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Candidate must be at least 16 years of age and working toward High School Diploma or G.E.D.  Experience working in camps with children, or with specific activities is preferred.  

SUMMARY

Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation is seeking an Afterschool Care Specialist to monitor participants in our youth programs (including Afterschool, No School Days, Spring Break and Summer Camps) offered to the youth of Berkeley County.  Programs run out of two recreation centers, Berkeley 2000 (Martinsburg) and W. Randy Smith Center (Inwood).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment.


• Team player who works well in team setting and individually.


• Able to work flexible hours including evenings.


• Holds a current driver’s license and can successfully complete a background check.
  
  

ESSENTIAL DUITES AND REPONSIBILITES include the following:

• Ability to work independently and with staff to plan and coordinate activities.


• Being on time, dependable.


• Maintain continuous surveillance of patrons in facility; act immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.


• Spot hazards or potential hazards and take measures to prevent accidents.


• Control and report unruly behavior.


• Maintain accurate records as required.


• Perform other related duties as required.
  

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

Completes daily duties with efficiency and minimal supervision. 

COMMUNICATION – VERBAL AND WRITTEN

A clear communicator who shares information with supervisor, team-members, and others within the organization to contribute to the effective operation of the whole organization. Must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure in a pleasant and courteous manner, handle differences of opinion in a businesslike fashion, follow instructions conscientiously, and function as a team member, helping the group effort. Must communicate expectations and procedures clearly to team members to maintain smooth operations.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, REQUIREMENTS, VISUAL ACUITY, AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work will occur indoors and out in a variety of conditions and temperature ranges. Tasks require standing for long periods of time, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying objects that weigh up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Work is high paced at times, must be able to perform in a busy environment. Physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.


• Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.


• Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.


• Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.


• Standing for sustained periods of time.


• Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.


• The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general laborer, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection, etc.).


• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

M-BC Parks & Recreation

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