Playground director vs recreation leader

Differences between playground director and recreation leader duties and responsibilities

Playground director example responsibilities.

• Guide and nurture campers by accompanying them to and assisting with camp activities, and lead hiking and canoe trips
• Play games that the kids want to play and take the kids on field trips.
• Interact with the kids making sure they are learning and having a good time.
• Provide assistance to other camp counselors and administrative leadership by supervising campers at all times to ensure safety and amusement.
• Plan bible study for the entire camp, create interactive games for the campers and act as mentor to the children.

Recreation leader example responsibilities.

• Manage funds and resources to include developing the annual NAF budget, which include submission and prioritization of program component requirements.
• Receive training in problem solving, peer mediation and first aid & CPR.
• Train in CPR, food handlers, and videos of other health relate issues.
• Include the use of PowerPoint, book references, and hands-on demonstration to verify attention to all learning styles.
• Utilize clinical assessment, MDS documentation, and collaboration with interdisciplinary team and families.
• Supervise and provide leadership for children participating in summer programs to ensure a safe and caring environment.
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