Come work with us! Leroy Springs & Co. is committed to providing fundamental access to recreation and education in the region, home to the historic Springs Cotton Mills. We are a family of brands rooted in nonprofit recreation, with a legacy lasting more than 80 years and a long-held belief that all people should benefit from affordable outdoor recreation, education and wellness opportunities.

By promoting the importance of the outdoors, recreation and education through all phases of life, we foster a sense of community and opportunities for people to come together. Opportunities can be found on our website at Leroy Springs.com if you are interested in outdoor seasonal jobs, non-traditional education positions, or a segue into the nonprofit, golf or parks recreation industries.

• FREE Anne Springs Close Greenway Membership
• Employee discounts for Springmaid Mountain and more
• Eligible to participate in WellSprings Employee Wellness Program
• Enrollment in 401(k) retirement and savings plan option
  
  

Overview

Under supervision, engages in outdoor recreation activities with children and provides quality care and enrichment that enhances children’s social skills, elevates activity level, promotes an appreciation of nature and extends learning in a fun and safe environment.

Key Functions

• Assists with the supervision of academic, recreational, and enrichment activities
• Actively engages in the facilitation of program activities with a passion for working with children in the outdoors
• Creates a healthy and safe environment by using best practices and proactive problem solving
• Maintains effective communication and positive working relationships with staff
• Helps maintain clean and organized areas
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS And ABILITIES

• Ability to multitask and participate enthusiastically in all program activities
• Ability to be a role model to students
• Ability to interact with a range of age groups
• Above average interpersonal skills with strong written/oral communication skills and an ability to work with a wide variety of people and circumstances
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or/ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or GED preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
• Negative PPD (TB skin test)
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training; will train
  
  

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION

No supervisory responsibilities

Physical Requirements

Must be able to exert up to twenty-five pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects when needed. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work; must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time.