Experienced Youth Care Worker with Recreational Activities Coordinator duties with knowledge and abilities to lead children through variety of activities. Familiar with helping individuals of different skill levels enjoy recreation and enhance wellness. Safety-oriented and observant with basic First Aid and CPR training. I am also a very enthusiastic and highly effective at developing full event schedule meeting both budget and community needs. Service-oriented with friendly and adaptable approach demonstrated over 5 years of working with unaccompanied children. Experienced in team leadership and staff management in related roles. I offer excellent conflict resolution and decision-making abilities.
· Maintained inventory of supplies needed for recreation programming activities.
· Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful any activity or event for the children's.
· Implemented comprehensive activity program to correspond with needs and interests of unaccompanied children.
· Researched ideas for programs and activities, utilizing children's suggestions and feedback to align with delivery objectives.
· Created unique themes and fun and educational activities for children between 0 years old to 17 years old.
· Managed inventory and ordered new supplies for activities when stock was running low.
· Managed individual budgeted activities expenditures to minimize operational costs.
· Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
· Talked to coworkers using computers, radios and other electronic devices.
· Stored and retrieved vehicles, radios and ride components.
· Communicated with program director and supervisors to convey information about events or activities.
· Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.
· Planned, organized or led exercise routines, athletic events or arts and crafts.
· Planned programs of events or schedules of activities.
· Supervised as an Acting Shift Leader when needed to run shift. Led employees to maintain productivity and customer service levels for all children.
• Ensures the safety of the patrons/children on and around the carousel
• Operates, maintains and cleans the carousel and surrounding areas
• Interacts with customers both in person and over the phone
• Communicates professionally with customers and staff
• Answers the phone and provide accurate answers to customer questions
• Accurately records payments and issues receipts
• Test and inspect equipment daily before opening the attraction
• Place safety restraint systems on children and ensure they are correctly secured before participations