Temp Seasonal - Day Camp Activity Leader

Full Job Description

This is a part-time seasonal position. The Day Camp Activity Leader assists in the preparation and operation of Funshine Day Camp in providing supervision of recreational activities for children/adults with developmental and/or physical disabilities at Shadle Park and various field trip locations. This position reports to the Camp Director.

Dates:

• Training: June 22 - 26, 2026 (Times/Days TBD). Required training includes one week (16 hours) as determined by the Director.
• Camp: June 29 to August 14, 2026.
• Monday - Friday hours are generally 8:30am - 2:30pm but are subject to change depending on program needs.
• Additional hours may be available for leading other Therapeutic Recreation Services (TRS) programs and events.

Interviews take place in May, so please get your application in by April 24, 2026.

Requirements

The following Responsibilities and Requirements are functions the individual who holds or desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

Planning

• Plans camp activities for children and adults with disabilities.
• Ensure activities match the theme of each week of camp.
• Ensure all supplies for each activity are ready prior to the activity.
• Familiarizes oneself with camper registration information including allergies, behavioral information, and interventions.

Documenting

• Ability to document incident reports and behavioral tracking effectively.
• Ability to take attendance.
• Ability to correctly clock in/out and manage hours worked.

Camp Operations

• Plans the weekly schedule of camp activities with fellow staff.
• Implement planned activities effectively.
• Adapt activities for the needs of all campers.
• Supervision of children in a pool setting.
• Ability to multi-task and interact with up to 4 campers at a time. (1:4 ratio). Complete sunscreen checks every hour.

Parent/Guardian Interactions

• Respectfully handles questions, problems, and concerns of parents/guardians before and during camp.
• Interacts professionally with caregivers and caregiving organizations.
• Monitors caregiver interactions with participants to ensure quality of care.
• Greet parents at check-in/out during the morning and afternoon.
• Answer any questions parents may have during this time.
• Manage upset/concerned parents and answer all questions.

Community Interactions

• Communicate professionally and respectfully with Library staff and community members.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with Shadle pool staff and community members.

General

• Knowledge of camp policies, rules, and guidelines, as well as general practices and procedures followed in the Parks & Recreation Department.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent. College/ University experience is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/Food Handlers permit required upon hiring.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to frequently walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear for multiple hours without a rest period.
• Ability to work in the field and be exposed to all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, or kneel.
• Ability to frequently lift (5-10 lbs.) and infrequent heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to swim in a pool or at least wade in the shallow end.
• Ability to work independently and complete paperwork as needed.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, the public, and community partners.
• Knowledge of equipment used in recreation programming and access to mobile communication is necessary.
• Must be able to attend all training as specified.

Desired Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and or adults with disabilities.
• Interest in recreation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Valid driver's license is preferred.

Application Requirements
1. Submit completed application, resume, and at least one current letter of recommendation from present or recent employers.
2. Optional materials may include copies of transcripts or certificates or any other information you feel is pertinent to the position.
3. If you have other questions, please call Sara Bryant, C.T.R.S./R Spokane Parks and Recreation, at (509) 625-6245.
4. Applications must be submitted electronically; no paper applications will be accepted.

This role is considered a safety-sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death. You must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, a criminal background check, a pre-employment drug screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions) and a physical and lift test (for some positions).

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status.