Staff Assistants (Part-Time, Temporary… at City of Boston · Boston

Summary: The City of Boston's Parks & Recreation Department is offering a temporary summer position for Staff Assistants. The role involves supporting and conducting various youth programs, ensuring safety and a fun environment for participants. Responsibilities: - Provides quality instruction/skill development for teen/youth sports/recreation programs - Exhibits leadership in setting a positive tone and attitude in all aspects of the job - Responsible for equipment setup and breakdown - Monitors and supervises participants and ensures their safety and security at all times - Attends and participates in all necessary training and staff meeting(s) - Ensures a fun environment for all program participants - Follows dress code determined by the appropriate Program Director and/or Manager - Performs related work as required Required Qualifications: - Prior experience working with youth ages 5-18 is a plus - Must have the capability to instruct or lead a variety of sports and games for varied levels of skill ability - Must be familiar with emergency procedures and protocol - Ability to create strong relationships with youth in a short period of time - An interest in a variety of youth programs, including technology, art, sports, and recreation - Must be flexible and able to function well in a team-oriented environment - Strong oral and written communication skills - Ability to work in a high-paced environment with continual distractions - Must be enthusiastic, patient, creative, energetic, mature, and able to focus on a continual basis - Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on details as required by the job - Staff Assistants must commit to 20-30 hrs/wk during summer camp weeks Preferred Qualifications: - Previous summer recreation programming, summer camp, sports camp, golf, and drop-in program experience preferred - CPR and First Aid certification is a plus Required Skills: Youth Sports Instruction, Emergency Procedures, CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, Patience, Enthusiasm, Judgment