Summary
The Program Leader assists the Program Director in leading classes for people participating in CUSR programs.
Duties include maintaining a safe environment, enforcing risk management procedures, and promoting success in the program.
Program Leaders will work with youth and teens participants in a variety of activities including crafts, outdoor play and cooking.
This position follows a fall and spring season curriculum.
Supervision
The Program Leader reports to the Program Director and the Program Coordinator for which program(s) you work for.
Training Can be obtained through Champaign Park District
Bloodborne pathogen training
Attend and complete the CPI training as requested at the next available training date
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification from American Heart Association or from an accredited agency
Heads Up Concussion through Center for Disease Control
Facility training
Anyone who will be driving a Champaign Park District vehicle will need to complete and pass a driving test from one of our certified Champaign Park District trainers
Mandated reporter certification
Classification
Non Exempt, hourly
Part-time, Seasonal position - August to May
Duties and Responsibilities
Follow all Champaign Park District safety policies and perform all work in a manner that ensures the safety of the public, fellow employees, and him/herself
Assist in leading, supervising and organizing program activities
Assist in completing all necessary paperwork as assigned
Attend staff meetings as assigned
Communicate on a regular basis all progress, problems, concerns, and suggestions to the Program Director
Arrive at program site fifteen minutes before the scheduled program and is prepared to stay after the program for clean-up and parent pick-up
Notify Program Coordinator immediately of any illness or injury, which may conflict with program responsibilities
Approach all activities with an enthusiastic and positive attitude at all times
Attend staff training and orientation
Assist in maintaining and monitoring the program's first aid kit
Notify Program Director of first aid supplies needed
Properly handle and dispose of biohazardous materials
Follow all Champaign and Urbana Park District and CUSR policies and procedures as appropriate to the assignment
Complete other work-related duties as assigned
If 21 years of age or older, may be required to drive the CUSR bus
Positive CAN-DO team attitude
Psychological Considerations
May feel stress due to changing schedules
Must resolve differences with co-leaders, supervisors, and parents/guardians.
Must be self-motivated
Must be able to provide creative problem solving and programming
Must be able to positively relate with people who may have severe limitations or who may aggressively act out
Ability to respond to problem situations in a mature manner and within the policies and procedures of Champaign and Urbana Park District and CUSR
Physiological Considerations
The position requires a flexible schedule during evening and weekend hours on occasion
Perform safe physical restraints and transfers
Feed, diaper, and reposition participants
Respond quickly and accurately
Must be able to be physically active (e.
g.
extensive walking on field trips, push wheelchairs, etc.
)
Environmental Considerations
May be exposed to all weather conditions
Cognitive Considerations
Must possess good safety awareness, judgment, and problem-solving skills
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