Activity Specialist jobs in Springfield, IL

Activity Specialist organizes and provides program content for social events for an organization or group of people. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being an Activity Specialist is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Activity Specialist performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Activity Specialist
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois
  • Springfield, IL FULL_TIME
  • POSITION TITLE: Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois Activity Specialist
    DEPARTMENT: Satellite Site
    REPORTS TO: Site Director
    FLSA Non-Exempt
    PRIMARY FUNCTION:
    Generation of ideas for program development in the areas of recreation, art, life skills, sports, technology, etc. (Programs that will assist academic and social success). Major aspects of planning, setup, and implementation of program activities, including identifying necessary supplies, space, and roles of other activity specialists.
    Discuss ideas with the Site Director, who will in turn contact the Director of Satellite Operations to get approval and to contact agencies who can assist in facilitating these programs.
    MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    1. Plans and implements activities within budget constraints to achieve program objectives under guidance of site director. Performs any other duties the Directors might deem necessary.
    2. Provides Site Director and/or Director of Satellite Operations with regular schedules and reports of activities. Takes direction and implementation requests from the Site Director on program development, implementation, supervision and outcome measurement.
    3. Assists Site Director with recruiting participants for the program. Focus on participants’ personal development through diverse program offerings, with a focus on increasing their interests, attendance, program participation, knowledge and abilities.
    4. Implements guidance and discipline policies. Communicates and maintains standards of conduct for program participants.
    5. Recommends new offerings in specific program areas and creates and implements necessary plans to initiate new program offerings. Identify prospective community resources/volunteers that could assist with the program.
    6. Plans and implements special events and activities that give program participants the opportunity to exhibit their skills.
    • Provides special guidance and development of participants assigned through the BGCCIL satellite site project and other assigned projects. Identifying and implementing individualized guidance strategies based on the participant’s identified needs.
    • Develops and implements opportunities for participant’s involvement in outside educational, recreational and leadership programs and activities relating to program area.
    • Represents the organization and interprets its policies, objectives, standards and programs to project participants’ parents, community organizations and the public. Promotes and stimulates the project participants’ knowledge of and interest in BGCCIL programs and activities.
    • Helps maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the facility through encouraging participant’s involvement in keeping program areas clean, putting away supplies after use, etc.
    • Assists with activities in other program areas as assigned.

    ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Activity Specialist specific duties:
    1. Assists with student completion and organization of assignments.
    2. Maintains accurate report of student assignment sheet completion.
    3. Participates with classroom teachers to coordinate assignments.
    • Provides enrichment materials for enhancing BGCCIL satellite sites.
    • Coordinates with Site Director and/or Director of Satellite Operations to implement attendance and disciplinary procedures.

    RELATIONSHIPS:
    Internal: Maintains contact with Site management staff to interpret and explain organizational missions, program objectives and standards, discuss issues, and provide/receive information. Maintains contact with Site Director and/or Director of Satellite Operations to ensure consistency of policies.

    External: Maintains positive relationships with school district personnel, participant’s parents, and the public to assist in resolving problems and to publicize the project.

    SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
    • Knowledge of youth development; ability to motivate and provide guidance to youth through establishing positive relationships with youth participants; demonstrated caring and respect exhibited toward participants.
    • Required availability is Monday through Thursday, program hours starting as early as 1:30pm, extending until as late as 6:30pm as well as any additional shifts that Site Director and/or Director of Satellite Operations requests.
    • Ability to relate to the general public, parents and BGCCIL participants in a friendly, positive, and professional manner.
    • Demonstrated ability to convey BGCCIL policies and procedures to participants, and to implement appropriate guidance and discipline policies.
    • Ability to organize and supervise participants to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
    • Valid Illinois Drivers License.
    • Good verbal and written communication skills.
    • Demonstrated enthusiasm, energy and commitment in personal contact with participants, parents, supervisors and the general public.
    • High school diploma or equivalent preferred

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
    • Sitting and standing as needed.
    • Full use of all limbs and at least one hand.
    • Full verbal, color vision, and hearing ability.
    • Lifting up to 50 pounds on occasion.
    • Ability to intervene in a fight or control youth aged 6 to 18.
    • Ability to drive motor vehicle preferred (with valid IL drivers license).

    WORKING CONDITIONS:
    • May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions during all seasons. Limited exposure during winter.
    • May be exposed to moderate to loud noise; unruly or irate youth and/or parents.
    • May be exposed to potentially dangerous situations including youth fighting or bringing unauthorized materials onto premises.
    • May be exposed to potentially dangerous medical situations; exposure to airborne diseases or infected blood while treating participants.
    • Exposed to risk of vehicle accidents while driving or riding in agency vehicles.
    • Risk of injury from being near, or participating in, athletic or recreational activities.

    DISCLAIMER:
    The information presented indicated the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
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Activity Specialist
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois
  • Jacksonville, IL FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY: Working under the direction of an assigned supervisor, Activity Specialists play an essential role in achieving the Boys & Girls Club of Central Illinois (BGCCIL) mission as they directly...
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Activity Specialist-Jacksonville
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois
  • Jacksonville, IL FULL_TIME
  • PRIMARY FUNCTION: Generation of ideas for program development in the areas of recreation, art, life skills, sports, technology, etc. (Programs that will assist academic and social success). Major aspe...
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Camp Activity Specialist - Rochester
  • YMCA of Springfield
  • Rochester, IL OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Rochester K/1 Elementary - Rochester, IL Position Type: Seasonal Education Level: None Salary Range: $14.25 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Weekday - Daytime ...
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Camp Activity Specialist - Sparks
  • YMCA of Springfield
  • Springfield, IL OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: McClernand Elementary School - Springfield, IL Position Type: Seasonal Education Level: Not Specified Salary Range: $14.25 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Wee...
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Camp Activity Specialist - RYse
  • YMCA of Springfield
  • Springfield, IL OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Undisclosed Position Type: Seasonal Education Level: Not Specified Salary Range: $14.25 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Weekday - Daytime Job Category: Youth ...
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About Springfield, Illinois

Springfield is the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. The city's population of 116,250 as of the 2010 U.S. Census makes it the state's sixth most populous city. It is the largest city in central Illinois. As of 2013, the city's population was estimated to have increased to 117,006, with just over 211,700 residents living in the Springfield Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Sangamon County and the adjacent Menard County. Present-day Springfield was settled by European Americans in the late 1810s, around the time Illinois became a state. The...
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Income Estimation for Activity Specialist jobs
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