What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Day Camp Counselor - South Seattle position at ASSOCIATED RECREATION COUNCIL?
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Summer Day Camp Counselor - South Seattle
Associated Recreation Council, in partnership with Seattle Parks & Recreation, is currently looking for individuals who wish to actively support their communities while having fun and help provide a great experience for children ages 5-12. Our summer day camps provide a fun, creative, safe, and welcoming environment for children to learn, play, and grow.
We are hiring for Summer Day Camp Counselor positions for our Summer Day Camp programs taking place in community centers across Seattle. These are summer seasonal, non-exempt, up to 40 hr/week positions.
LOCATIONS:
South Seattle
- Jefferson Community Center
- Rainier Community Center
- Rainier Beach Community Center
- Van Asselt Community Center
SCHEDULE
- This is a seasonal position. The hours for summer day camp are Monday-Friday between 7:00am-6:00pm (up to 35-40hrs) until Aug 27, 2025
- Must attend 4 days of mandatory training on June 16th, 17th, 18th and 20th.
- You may be asked to work at other sites as needed to cover shifts
PAY:
- Starting Pay Rate: $22.00/hr
- Full Pay Range: $22.00/hr-25.30/hr (Employee can earn up to $25.30/hr with continued employment.)
KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES
- Organize and lead programs and activities such as arts and crafts, organized games, cultural activities, drama, music, story hour, sports, field trips, and other special projects and events
- Work with other staff to ensure the care and safety of participants at all times
- Must be willing to complete training for workplace safety, summer programming training and certification in First Aid/CPR, Food Handlers Permit, HIV/AIDS blood-borne pathogens education, and STARS training
REQUIREMENTS
- Eighteen years of age or older
- High School diploma/GED or transcripts of secondary education
- Must have some experience working with children
- Must be willing to commit to the entire summer
- If hired, must be willing to obtain Food Worker's permit, TB test, portable criminal background check, provide MMR vaccination records, copy of high school diploma or college transcript
Apply now as we are actively interviewing for these roles.
Salary : $22 - $25
