About this Opportunity!
Family Services Intern
(Part Time, Non-Exempt)
This position will be expected to work flexible part-time
hours beginning April 6, 2026 ($17.50 pay rate) and increase to
full-time ($18.75 pay rate) May 15, 2026 through August 12, 2026.
Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open.
This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing
date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.
Position Summary:
Internships are designed to introduce and build essential, hands on
skills that differ from those attained in the academic arena and help
to enhance the transition from student to professional. Interns are
assigned duties that will provide a broad, well-rounded learning
experience within their field of study. The Intern reports to a
designated supervisor in assigned Department.
Essential Duties:
- Ensure the program complies with the Colorado Department of Human
Services, Colorado State Licensing, County Health Department,
District Guidelines, and any other regulations or licensing
standards that apply.
- Prepares and/or implements lesson plans/activities and calendars,
plans both long- and short-range activities in accordance with
objectives, developmentally appropriate program philosophy.
- Fiscally accountability for the site by familiarizing self with
all aspects of the site budget to ensure that all resources are
managed effectively and within budgetary constraints; collects and
records payments and outstanding balances, prepares reports and
monitors revenues and expenses monthly.
- Maintain appropriate staff supervision; by keeping proper staff
ratios, preparing staff schedules, reviewing staff time sheets,
assisting with the hiring, training and evaluating all program personnel.
- Ensure program rooms and play areas are maintained in a clean,
orderly, and safe condition by inspecting and maintaining materials
and equipment.
- Develop and actively maintain positive communication with parents,
children, and staff. Provide information to parents concerning their
children’s development, abilities, and areas of concern; explains
program procedures and classroom activities and serves as a program
liaison. Recognize concerns, evaluate courses of action and respond professionally.
- Use positive behavior reinforcement and developmentally
appropriate guidance techniques to encourage appropriate behavior,
inform supervisor if assistance is needed with behavior management,
and provide documentation of inappropriate behavior.
- Assists in distributing, completing, and updating all paperwork
necessary to conduct the Day Camp Program, including emergency
forms, weekly attendance rosters, payments for childcare and revenue
receipts. Collect forms and information from parents/guardians as
required by the program; maintain confidentiality of child and
parent information.
- Maintains a positive program image on-site and on field trips.
- Recognize emergency and dangerous situations by reacting quickly
and calmly. Completes Accident/Incident report.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings, training, and site
events as requested.
- Attend work on a regular, reliable and punctual basis; subs for
co-workers when available; is responsible for securing substitutes
for shifts unable to work.
- Report incidents of suspected child abuse to proper authorities.
- Performs other duties and special assignments as directed.
- Assist the Camp Coordinators with Battle of the Camps, STEM
Activities, and Log binders, weekly calendars, summer staff
training, evaluation, and scheduling.
- Assist the Manager with preparing the Family Sports Center for
Adventure Day Camp.
- Ensure all first aid supplies, licensing documentation including
Director Binders and Parent Boards are updated, and general camp needs.
- Support Camp Coordinators with camper enrollment and filing all
camp files.
- Help with Bi-Weekly Staff Blast and Summer Staff Appreciation.
- Performs other duties and special assignments as directed.
This job description should not be construed to imply that these
requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents
may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any
other related duties, as may be required.
Education and/or Experience:
- Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
- Currently in pursuit of bachelor’s degree in Recreation,
Elementary Education, Human Services or directly related field
preferred. OR
- Two years of college coursework and (6) six months of experience
in the care and supervision of four (4) of more children. OR
- Three (3) years of full-time experience working in a similar
setting with school-age children.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:
- Must meet appropriate Director requirements/qualifications and
provide all documentation as required by the State of Colorado’s
Department of Human Services upon hire.
- Current certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Standard Precautions
and Medication Administration or the ability to obtain such
certifications upon hire.
- Complete fifteen (15) hours of training annually.
- Satisfactory criminal background check including Colorado Bureau
of Investigations and TRAILS/Central Registry criminal record review
as required by the Colorado Department of Social Services within
five (5) working days of employment.
- Provide all documentation as required by the State of Colorado
Child Care Licensing Division upon hire.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License or the ability
to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment. Must be
insurable by the district carrier at the onset and for the duration
of employment.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Must be able to prioritize and multitask.
Material and Equipment Used
:
This position may regularly operate a multi-line telephone system,
general office equipment, and photocopy equipment. May be required to
safely operate a vehicle.
Working Environment
:
This position primarily works in a busy office and/or recreation
environment subject to continuous interruptions and background noises.
Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and have high
attention to detail and accuracy. The work environment will vary
depending on Department/Division. Positions located in an Ice Arena
will result in a cooler temperature than a typical office environment.
This position may work indoors or outdoors subject to a variety of
weather and landscapes.
Physical Requirements
:
Stand, walk, sit for extended periods, handle and operate objects and
office equipment, reach outward and above shoulder and carry, pull,
push or lift up to 20 lbs. Must be able to see close up and at a
distance with vision acuity and the ability to adjust focus allowing a
broad field of vision. Must communicate clearly and effectively, must
understand and be understood.
This list is not all-inclusive and represents examples of the
work environment and physical demands.
Employee Benefits & Perks at
South Suburban
- FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
- Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees
working 14+ hours/week)
- Paid sick leave
- Opportunities for training and promotion from within
- Flexible schedules
- To view a complete listing of the District’s most current benefit
package, please visit http://careers.ssprd.org
About Us
Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the
environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational
services and programs.
We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of
I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of
Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service
recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two
ice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden event
center, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment
center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly
3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119
multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of
trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South
Platte Park.
