Camp Counselor

SUMMARY Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Manager and Camp Director; supervises camp kids and provides recreational activities.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or G.
E.
D.
- Preferred EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Previous experience working with children in individual or group settings 1 year of experience with childcare, teaching or camp counseling preferred ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION CPR Certification – Desired AED Certification – Desired First Aid Certification – Desired KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL IMPORTANT Knowledge of child development through education and experience R Knowledge of codes and ordinances regulating recreational facilities R Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation R Knowledge of Parks and Recreation Department Rules and Policies R REQUIRED ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS ABILITY ESSENTIAL IMPORTANT Analyze Situations R Attend to Details R Communicate Verbally R Concentrate R Empathize R Identify Problems R Initiate R Act Independently 0R Communicate in Writing R Motivate R Organize R Manage Pressure R Multi-Task R Problem Solve R Think Creatively R REQUIRED SKILLS REQUIREMENTS SKILL ESSENTIAL IMPORTANT Actively listen to fully understand circumstances R Communicate ideas, thoughts, knowledge and information to foster clarity and engage others R Focus on details to reduce errors and increase efficiency R Resolve conflicts to facilitate goal achievement R Use empathy to understand the point of view of others R Collaborate with others to maximize innovation and effectiveness R Manage time effectively to ensure all work is completed timely and effectively R SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No Supervisory Responsibilities REPORTS TO Recreation Manager ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS [The fundamental job duties the individual must be able to perform, with or without accommodation; removal of these functions would fundamentally change the job] Promote interaction between campers through organized games and play, encourage participation in all activities Appropriately discipline campers as necessary and monitor/supervise campers in pool and locker room areas Provide children ages 5 through 12 years old with a safe, fun, and caring environment Work as a member of the staff team through open communication with Camp Director and fellow staff members and maintain a positive and helpful attitude throughout the summer Take appropriate steps to provide a safe environment for all campers including: use of the buddy system, carrying and using first aid kit as necessary, maintaining appropriate staff to camper ratio, acting as a positive role model to campers and keeping campers in organized groups throughout the day Regular and routine onsite attendance SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS [These are job duties the individual must be able to perform, with or without accommodation; removal of these functions would NOT fundamentally change the job] All other duties as assigned PHYSICAL DEMANDS CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY CONSTANTLY FREQUENTLY OCCASIONALLY RARELY Lifting R Carrying R Sitting R Standing R Walking R Visual Acuity R Pushing R Pulling R Grasping/Finger Manipulation R Reaching R Bending R Ascending/Descending Stairs or Ladders R Crouching R Crawling R Traversing Rough or Uneven Terrain R WORK ENVIRONMENT CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY CONSTANTLY FREQUENTLY OCCASIONALLY RARELY Outdoor Environments R Indoor Environments R Work in Hot, Cold, Wet Surroundings R Exposed to continual, multiple distractions R Darkness R EQUIPMENT CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY CONSTANTLY FREQUENTLY OCCASIONALLY RARELY Communication System R Phones R Computer/Laptop R SOFTWARE No software requirements.
Applications accepted until the position is filled.
The City of Saline is an equal opportunity employer.