The following at-will job posting will remain open until filled.
KIDS CORNER ASSISTANT
SUMMIT ON THE PARK
Part-Time
Pay Rate: $14.55 per hour
REQUIRED SCHEDULE
Weekday and weekend mornings, 8:15am - 12:30pm
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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
The Kids Corner Assistant is a part-time position responsible for providing a safe and fun environment in which both children and parents feel comfortable. An employee in this position supervises children in a childcare setting at the Summit on the Park.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Note: These examples are intended merely as illustrations of the various types of work performed.)
- Responsible for creating an inviting, friendly and comfortable atmosphere for children from three months to eleven years of age.
- Ensures a safe environment for all participants and visitors.
- Promotes Leisure Services Core Values and provides excellent customer service, including, but not limited to, greeting and interacting with participants and families in a positive and friendly manner.
- Responsible for the accuracy and maintenance of the check-in/check-out form.
- Leads children of various ages, up to eleven years of age, in games and other group activities.
- Enforces all childcare policies as well as general building policies.
- Sterilizes and cleans all toys and materials at the end of each day.
- Attends staff meetings as scheduled and assigned.
- Performs other assigned duties as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Minimum age of 16 years old.
- Must be able to possess Basic First Aid and CPR (Adult and Infant) certifications within 60 days of employment.
- Previous childcare (babysitting) experience is required.
- Prior experience working with children from three months to eleven years old is preferred.
- Must feel comfortable working with children between the ages of three months and eleven years.
- Ability to supervise small children compassionately and effectively.
- Strong organizational skills required.
- Ability to clearly communicate procedures, problems, and policies with fellow employees and the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
- Must be willing to conform to department uniform policy.
- Ability to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends.
- This is an "At-Will" position: Work assignments and hours are scheduled based on availability, division requirements and within the confines of the budget. Schedules and work hours are not guaranteed and are subject to change at any time due to division needs, budgeting constraints and staff availability.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Reasonable Accommodations: Canton Township provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (734) 394-5260. We encourage all interested qualified applicants to apply for open positions. Requests for accommodations will be reviewed case-by-case.
- Stand - Frequently
- Walk - Frequently
- Sit - Occasionally
- Use of Hands/Fingers - Frequently
- Reach - Occasionally
- Climb - Rarely
- Crawl - Rarely
- Squat/Kneel - Frequently
- Bend - Frequently
Lift/Carry
- Less than 10 lbs - Frequently
- 10-29 lbs - Frequently
- 30-59 lbs - Occasionally
- 60-100 lbs - Rarely
Push/Pull
- Less than 10 lbs - Frequently
- 10-29 lbs - Frequently
- 30-59 lbs - Occasionally
- 60-100 lbs - Rarely
Reports to: Facility Specialist
Job Description: July 28, 2017
Posting Information: KIDS CORNER ASSISTANT - SUMMIT ON THE PARK (Part-Time)
- This is a part-time job opportunity. An employee in this position can work up to a maximum of 29 hours per week year-round. Work hours, however, will be solely determined based on workload and availability.
- This is an at-will position. Hours are limited and will vary based on the operational needs of the department. Employees in this position will be classified as part-time.
- All candidates will be notified VIA EMAIL of the disposition of the employment application.
- Being hired to fill a vacant position will require reference checking, background information, working history verification, physical exam, drug screen, and new hire orientation.
- Must meet the minimum requirements of the position to be considered.
- This is an external posting open to all applicants. A completed application must be submitted to be considered for this position. Applications not completed in their entirety will not be considered.
- Create an account to apply online or pick up a paper application in the Human Resources Department.
The Charter Township of Canton provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability, height, weight, gender identity, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Canton Township takes great pride in the diversity of our community and promotes diversity in the workforce.
