Palooza Supervisor

The Palooza Supervisor specializes in operation of camp programs which may include state license compliance, and curriculum development for participants ranging in age (4-12). Palooza Supervisors  maintain a safe and welcoming environment for the participants while following the State Licensing rules and regulations.  Primary responsibilities include overseeing a specific age group within the program, and assigned staff- leaders, along with all aspects of the program which may include staff management and family interactions. Palooza Supervisor models appropriate behavior to create and maintain a resilient work culture within the camp work environment.   

• Assists with the development, and coordination of daily activities, field trips, enrichment classes/programs and special events.  

• Recognizes the ability of the children in the camps and programs accordingly to meet the needs of the individuals. 

• Leads all programs by example; coordinates and instructs safe and age appropriate programs  activities.

• Attend scheduled meetings as required.

• Provides support to program leaders and Assists Camp Directors and/or Recreation Coordinator.  

• Administers first aid treatment, providing emergency services when necessary.  

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• Responsible for proper use and care of materials, equipment, site and facility use

• Interacts and plays with children in activities that can include the following actions: running, reading, drawing, coloring, talking, walking and singing.  

• Provides comfort to upset children.  

• Administrative duties: Supports leaders with Head count documentation, first aid documentation

• Complete required training/ certifications in a timely manner.

• May act in the absence of the Camp Director.

• Responsible for the safety of all children.

Education

• A minimum of 60 semester hours in recreation or education with a speciality in art, elementary, or early childhood education, from an accredited college or University.

• Current, valid AED, First Aid, and CPR Certifications preferred. (Certification will be provided by the employer if needed.)

Experience

• 910 hours of satisfactory and verifiable paid or volunteer experience, since attaining the age of 18, in the care of supervision of four or more children.

Or

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the necessary applicant traits and meet the State of Colorado licensing requirements for a School age Assistant Director.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

New hires must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer/hire processes: in-person or virtual interviews, reference checks, background checks including local police check and sex-offender registry.

• Must be 20 years of age.

(The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities and neuro-differences to perform the essential functions.)

• Exert up to 50 lbs. Of force occasionally and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and up to 10 lbs. Force constantly to life, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including a human body.

• Must provide a safe and enjoyable environment for the participant during camp activities

• Required to have a full range of physical movement.

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including summer sun and temperatures, which may exceed 100 degrees.  

• Visual abilities including close, distant, depth, peripheral are required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary : $18 - $25