Floater/Para

Summary

The purpose of the Floater position is to provide informal services for Boys & Girls Clubs’ members in the absence of departmental staff. This is accomplished through the implementation of a weekly program plan that includes table games, tournaments and contests, low-organized games, activity sheets, free reading, media presentation, group clubs, motivational/participatory programs, instructional and recreational computer programs, informal counseling – both individually and in groups.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and maintain control of assigned program area.
• Comply with basic program components as explained on weekly activity sheet.
• Check at start of each working day for schedule changes.
• Low-organized “for fun” activities daily.
• Assume any routine duties of room being covered.
• Record member’s name on number sheet.
• Maintain equipment and make minor repairs.
• Register members following established procedures.
• Other miscellaneous responsibilities as assigned, which may include temporarily floating to another Club location.
• Clean and secure room at the end of each day.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 18 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Possess a car to drive to and from work.
• Knowledge of basic first aid practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Able to read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform the required duties.
• Able to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner.
• Able to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties.
• Able to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted to perform required duties.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must pass a FBI/BCI background check.
• Prolonged periods of standing.

Disclaimer

This job description states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.