RECREATION ASSISTANT

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is committed to empowering

all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as

productive, caring, responsible citizens. Consistent with our values of Respect,

Integrity, Stewardship, and Passion for Youth; we provide a broad range of programs

and activities focused on our priority outcomes of Academic Success, Healthy

Lifestyles, and Good Character and Citizenship. Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and

Franklin Counties began in 1995 and now serves over 2200 club members each year

at multiple club locations. The Club is currently working with community partners to

establish additional club sites in underserved communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Branch Director and Program Director, the Recreation

Assistant works with the Recreation Lead Staff Member to provide and implement

team building activities and recreational fun for all Boys & Gils Club Members.

He/she demonstrates a passion for reactional fun through their excitement and

attitude when instructing youth. The Recreation assistant supervises members at all

times and fosters positive relationships with children, families, school personnel and

the community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with school age youth

• Experience and skills in the area of character and leadership development

• Strong classroom and behavior management skills

• 18 years of age or older

• Possess a minimum of a high school education or equivalent

• Ability to remain poised, positive, and energetic in a busy work environment

• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Covid-19 Vaccination or a Medical or Religious Exemption

• Be able to lift 40lbs

SUPERVISOR

Prosser Branch

Director

STATUS

Part-time, hourly

STARTING SALARY

RANGE

$14.49-16.80

DOQ/DOE/Hour

$.50/hr additional pay

for bi-lingual staff

(assessment required)

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Contributes to the creation of the Club’s overall climate for youth development

and success

• Supervise members at all times and provides positive reinforcements and

behavioral redirections

• Implements activities that are educational, fun and interesting for youth

• Manages program supplies and maintains the upkeep of equipment, use of

existing materials, as well as create supply lists as needed

• Help to maintain organization and cleanliness of building

• Contributes to the creation of the overall positive climate for: youth development,

team building and community-wide success of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton

and Franklin Counties

• Demonstrates ownership and pride in creation and execution of club culture

through leadership and inspiration of others

• Assists in other areas as needed

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit a cover letter and resume to heather.robertson@greatclubs.org.

Position will close as filled.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.