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Part Time Recreation Assistant

Part-time

The Salvation Army

Canandaigua, NYPart-time$16.5/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$16.5/hr
Location
Canandaigua, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Salvation Army seeks a Part‑Time Recreation Assistant to join its Canandaigua team, overseeing educational programs for children in the Phoenix After‑School Program, planning and supervising activities, and contributing to a supportive, safe environment while offering generous paid time off, a 403B retirement plan, short‑term disability eligibility, and a Christmas bonus.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Desire and Ability to Work With ChildrenAbility to Assist or Lead With Teaching ActivitiesEnergeticSense of HumorPatient and Self‑ControlSafety OrientedCreative and Artistic

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Part Time Recreation Assistant

Job Locations US-NY-Canandaigua

Job ID

2026-15679

Category

Social Services

Compensation

Total compensation exceeds the stated hourly rate

Compensation Min

USD $16.50/Hr.

Compensation Max

USD $16.50/Hr.

Type

Regular Part-Time

Overview

Seeking Part Time Recreation Assistant to join our Canandaigua Team

Our Part Time opportunities offer:

  • Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays and sick time

  • Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)

  • Eligibility for Short Term Disability

  • Christmas Bonus

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Oversee educational programs for children in the Phoenix After-School Program.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Plan and organize structured and unstructured activities for children participating in After-School Program

  • Supervise a group of 8–10 children during after-school activities

  • Maintain health and safety of children at all times

  • Discipline children when needed in a loving and constructive way to promote personal responsibility and a good moral character

  • Report any problems or concerns regarding the child’s welfare to the Program Director

  • Assist with implementation of planned programs and activities under the direction of the Program Director

  • Attend staff meetings and required trainings when scheduled

  • Encourage each child to participate in constructive recreation and leisure activities

  • Assist children to develop an awareness of the Canandaigua community and leisure options in the community

  • Other duties deemed necessary assigned by Program Director

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to business needs.

Qualifications

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • High School Diploma/GED

  • Desire and ability to work with children

  • Ability to assist or lead with the teaching of activities

  • Energetic, sense of humor, patient and self-control

  • Safety oriented at all times

  • Creative and artistic a major plus

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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