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101 W. Third Street
Mezzanine Floor
Dayton, Ohio 45402
937-333-8400
www.daytonrecreationandyou.com
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City of Dayton Department of Recreation and YOUth Services
Job Description: Recreation Programs Intern- Camps and Afterschool
Job Area: Camps and Afterschool
Supervised by: Program Supervisor and Recreation Leader II
Salary: $9.00 – $9.50/ hour
JOB SUMMARY:
The City has several openings for energetic, creative, and skilled Recreation Program Interns in the area of Camps and afterschool. Our Interns assist in the implementation of fun and safe activities including, but not limited to arts, crafts, games, swimming, music, field trips and more for various departmental day camps for children ages 3-16 years old.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Generally, interns will work in one of five summer camps located at various recreation centers in the City of Dayton. Interns will assist in implementing programs both indoors and outdoors.
GENERAL WORK SCHEDULE:
Interns will work primarily in the months of June, July, and August. There may be preparation and training in the month of May. Camps are held Monday-Friday from 7:30 am- 5:30 pm. Some specialty camps times and dates may vary. Interns may also work on weekends for special events.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
1. Be enrolled in an accredited two, four year or graduate level curriculum in Recreation, Primary or Secondary Education, Leisure Services, Environmental Programs, Sports Management, Exercise Science or related studies.
2. Have a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 and a minimum 2.75 GPA in field of study
3. Be able to professionally organize, implement and assist in evaluating day camp programs
4. Have a strong work ethic, be highly motivated, maintain a positive attitude, self-motivated, willing to take on new challenges and experiences, and be adaptable to the many changes in the recreation field.
5. Be able to demonstrate good customer service skills and genuinely enjoy working and interacting with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
6. Be certified in CPR/First Aid, or complete the City’s certification process prior to appointment
7. Pass a background check.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supervise 10-20 campers per week. Ages and activities vary by camp.
2. Assist in leading various activities each week.
3. Observe necessary precautions to ensure the safety of activity and program participants
4. Communicate ideas, issues, concerns effectively and timely to parents, general public, and other city colleagues.
5. Assist campers in and/or around pool areas, both indoors and outdoors.
TO APPLY:
Submit a Recreation Program Intern Application along with a copy of the following documents by May 1, 2009 to Stephan Marcellus, Senior Recreation Program Coordinator at stephan.marcellus@cityofdayton.org or at the address above:
1. Resume and Cover Letter
2. School transcript and most recent GPA
3. Driver’s license or school picture ID
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