Recreation Specialist - Summer Parks Program

Job Description

Job Description

The YMCA of Greater Erie is looking to hire seasonal Recreation Specialists, Counselors & Head Counselors for our YMCA Summer Parks Program with the City of Erie. Are you personable, energetic, and fun-loving? Do you love interacting with youth and seeing them succeed? If so, please read on!

To read more about the program, visit our website and click on Summer Parks and Recreation. -outreach/

This position pays $12.25 -$14.00/hour depending on experience.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PARK COUNSELOR

As a Park Counselor in our City of Erie Park Program, you assist the site supervisor in ensuring a positive and enriching experience for all youth involved. Always alert, you provide proper supervision for the children as you "see, hear, direct, and assess." You are careful to act as a role model for the youth at all times!

You are friendly and patient as you assist with the welcoming of new youth and facilitate the onboarding of each participant into the Y Program. With enthusiasm, you help implement programs and activities based on youth development principles and keep the recreation site clean and in order. You are also conscientious about keeping records up to date and accurate and ensuring compliance with YMCA standards and government regulations. As someone who loves your job, you happily attend and participate in all family events and program activities.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A RECREATION SPECIALIST

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior Experience working with children/youth (preferred).
• Prior Experience leading a group activity (preferred.)
• Ability to effectively problem solve utilizing all resources available.
• Ability to pass a required Act 33, 34 and FBI clearances.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Are you a people person who especially enjoys interacting with youth in a recreational setting? Do you have a basic understanding of child and youth development practices? Are you patient and able to remain calm when stressed? If so, you might just be perfect for this position!

SEASONAL WORK SCHEDULE

The schedule for this position is 30-35 hours per week. Monday - Friday 10:00am-4:00pm or 10:00am-5:00pm depending on location. Job start date is 6/8/26 ending 8/7/26 or 8/14/26 depending on the location.

ABOUT YMCA OF GREATER ERIE

We are a nonprofit organization with a focus on healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. Our cause is to strengthen the community. We serve a diverse population of men, women, and children with an emphasis on families. Our membership is 21 million strong and spread across more than 2,600 Y associations nationwide. Here, locally, our four membership branches, outdoor recreation center, nine early and school-age education program centers, and community outreach programs serve more than 35,000.

We value our people. Working for us means you'll enjoy a great work-life balance and be treated with respect . We offer competitive wage and benefit packages for full and part-time employees . We truly believe that the YMCA is for all people, and that shows in our staffing. Here, you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, and energy to work as you impact the lives of those around you .

Some of the benefits that we offer, depending on your position and schedule, include health & dental insurance, disability and life insurance, a funded retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), a free YMCA membership, discounted program fees including childcare, and a flexible work schedule. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to use and expand your skills, apply today!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this part-time position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you!

A medical examination, including drug testing, may be required after an offer of employment has been made. Evidence from a physician that a potential employee can physically perform the specified job requirements may be required. Act 33 and Act 34 Clearances are required. In some cases, an FBI clearance may be required. An employee is not permitted to begin work until he/she has mailed his/her clearance requests, and signed the Employee Disclosure Statement.