Circle of Friends Care Provider
Circle of Friends Care Provider
Do you enjoy making a difference in children's lives and creating a supportive, active environment?
Join the Dundee Township Park District as a Circle of Friends Care Provider and play a vital role in supporting elementary-aged children through engaging activities that foster personal growth, physical wellness, and positive social development. This part-time position offers meaningful work in a fun and energetic setting.
Why Join Us?
As a Circle of Friends Care Provider, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to providing a safe, supportive space for children in our community. From leading activities to ensuring a positive and structured environment, you’ll make a lasting impact every day.
What You’ll Do:
• Supervise and engage with children during program hours, ensuring a safe and respectful environment
• Facilitate age-appropriate activities that promote physical activity, wellness, and personal growth
• Build positive, stable relationships with children and communicate regularly with their families
• Maintain a welcoming and clean environment by setting up and cleaning up activity spaces
• Address behavior in a supportive and constructive manner
• Follow safety and health protocols, including first aid procedures and incident reporting
• Ensure accurate sign-in/sign-out procedures and maintain program documentation
• Communicate program needs, concerns, or incidents to the Site Coordinator
• Collaborate with Park District and School District staff as needed
• Serve as a positive representative of the Dundee Township Park District
What You Bring:
• Experience working with or leading children/youth activities
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle situations with professionalism, patience, and empathy
• Basic first aid knowledge (training provided if not certified)
• Strong sense of responsibility, reliability, and teamwork
Schedule:
Weekdays 2pm – 5:30 pm, when school is in session, unless needed to close
In Exchange for Your Time and Talent, while Employed, We Offer:
Choose one of the following:
- Individual 100-day Fitness Center Pass
- Family Season Pass to Dolphin Cove Aquatic Center
- Family Season Pass to Randall Oaks Zoo and Park
Plus:
- Free or discounted Park District programs, merchandise, and concessions
- Credit Union membership access
Join Our Team!
If you’re passionate about working with kids, love creating fun and engaging experiences, and enjoy being part of a team that supports the community, apply today to become a Circle of Friends Care Provider with Dundee Township Park District!