Pierce County Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for the position of team leader in the Peninsula School District within the Companionship Program.

The Companionship Program provides recreation and leisure opportunities for individuals of all abilities and their families. Program goals include enrichment of the lives of all who participate and an increased understanding and acceptance of disabilities as a natural part of life.

The team leader will supervise two teen team members within the Peninsula School District, create and implement one to three inclusive activities per month in and around the district/county, actively advertise the Companionship Program within the Peninsula School District, write detailed monthly reports and attend monthly staff meetings.

Applicants must be high school graduates or have earned a GED, be able to check and respond to email daily, and be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed. This position pays $15 per hour, up to 30 hours per month.

Applications are available at the Lakewood Community Center, 9112 Lakewood Drive SW in Lakewood or by contacting Pierce County Park’s Companionship Program at (253) 798-2997. Submit applications to the Companionship Program, c/o the Lakewood Community Center.