FLASH Site Coordinator

FLASH Site Coordinator

FLASH is Oak Lawn Park District’s Before & After School Program, operating in School Districts 122 and 123 with children in the program ranging from Kindergarten-8th Grade. The FLASH Site Coordinator is a seasonal position (Mid-August to Mid-June) working directly under the supervision of the FLASH Manager. This staff member is directly responsible for overseeing the daily operations at their assigned FLASH school/site.

Part‑time employees receive 25% off general programs with the exception of PDNA, contracted trips and private lessons. In order to encourage a healthy lifestyle for our staff members, the Park District provides all staff with the opportunity to use our fitness facilities at the Community Pavilion and the Racquet, Fitness and Gymnastics Center free of charge.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in working with children ages 5-13 preferred.
• Experience in supervisory position preferred.
• Ability to effectively supervise and participate in programs with participants.
• Ability to be creative in delivery of recreation activities.
• Understand and exhibit behavior consistent with stated values of the Oak Lawn Park District.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with children, the general public, parents and fellow staff members.
• Ability to work both independently, as well as in a team/group setting.
• Quick thinking skills, as well as patience when needed.

FLASH Manager

• Work program hours in some combination of before and after school ranging from 6:45 am – 8:45 am and 3 pm – 6:30 pm, Monday – Friday. Also, occasional half days of school and field trips as needed.
• Responsible for the leadership, organization, and safety of all participants at site at all times; delegate tasks to FLASH Leaders in a respective manner.
• Be aware of surroundings to provide the safest environment possible for participants; ensure the safety of participants at all times.
• Train and evaluate FLASH Leaders in their roles.
• Interact with children to keep them engaged and having fun during program hours.
• Act in a professional, responsible, and respectful manner at all times around children, parents/guardians, school staff, and co‑workers.
• Maintain daily attendance records for participants in the program.
• Complete and turn in all necessary forms within 2 business days of completion, unless otherwise needed ASAP (Accident/Incident Reports, Behavior Documentation, Late Pick‑Up Notices, etc.).
• Accept and process parent/guardian payments using cash or check for Punch Card, Half Day, and Late Start purchases; write receipt for any transaction completed; turn in deposit as soon as possible.
• Audit punch cards on the 15th of each month.
• Communicate with participants, their parents/guardians, school personnel, co‑workers and FLASH Manager regarding questions, comments, and concerns.
• Greet parents/guardians for Sign‑In/Sign‑Out procedure at assigned FLASH site entrance.
• Maintain and keep up to date with the trainings of CPR/AED & First Aid, Mandated Reporter, Sexual Harassment, and any other trainings assigned before and during employment.
• Adhere to rules and policies of the Oak Lawn Park District, School District 122 & 123, and the FLASH program, as well as enforce the rules with participants.
• Must attend staff orientation prior to the start of FLASH.
• Must be on‑time for scheduled shifts and in FLASH work attire.
• Must attend staff meetings when they occur.
• Flexibility to work at multiple sites/schools as needed.
• Pick‑up and drop‑off supplies and materials from the Community Pavilion as needed; this includes but is not limited to key fob for school, snack, reports/documentations, completed punch cards, deposits, and sign‑in/out sheets.
• Other duties as assigned.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and listen. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up…