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!

Employment type
Part-Time/Seasonal

Work arrangement
No