Head Camp Counselor

Department: Parks & Recreation         

Reports To: Summer Camp Director

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Head Camp Counselors will be responsible for providing direct supervision of assigned children in all curriculum activities to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all assigned participants of the summer Camp program.  Head Camp Counselors will supervise the assigned camp participants. Head Camp Counselors will lead and assist with training the camp counselors and camp aids.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by the individual in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties as assigned.

• Provide a safe and healthy environment, both physically and mentally, to ensure the operation of a quality summer camp program.
• Supervises the camp participants assigned.
• Leads and assists with training the camp counselors and camp aids.
• Ensures children are aware of rules, daily schedules, and routines.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of daily activities that fit the children’s needs and interests.
• Make sure proper procedures are followed for sign-in/out of assigned children daily.
• Assume equal share of housekeeping chores such as cleaning, preparing for daily activities and cleaning up after projects.
• Must interact and participate with the camp participants within the activities throughout the camp.
• Must be able to swim and/or interact with camp participants within the shallow waters of the pool.
• Treat each child with dignity and respect.
• Remains up to date on emergency procedures.
• Must work closely with the demands of the Camp Director and Camp Assistant Directors in the implementation of the camp curriculum as provided by the Camp Director.
• May be asked to fill in other roles as directed by the Assistant Camp Directors, Camp Director, or Recreation Superintendent.
• Maintain a professional image in Belton Parks and in the community.
• Complete CPR/First Aid/AED Training
• Attends all meetings and training as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to the Summer Camp Curriculum as directed by the Summer Camp Director and/or Summer Camp Assistant Director.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to exhibit a positive approach in public contact and a calm nature in problem solving situations.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Subject to working some early morning and evening hours.
• Ability to work with and supervise children in a variety of different settings.

Education and Experience:

• Basic education equals 9 grades and a minimum of 16 years of age.
• Previous experience with children is preferred.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications preferred.
• Previous experience at camp as a counselor is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Summer Camp Counselors are expected to interact with assigned camp participants in all activities including but not limited to walking/playing in shallow water, swimming, athletic games, arts, crafts, reading stories etc.
• Must maintain a physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include working closely with others, elevated levels of public contact, and close interaction with children.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally more.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
• The employee occasionally works in highs, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic chemicals.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock.
• The working environment is moderately loud.
• This job, at times, requires the employee to work outdoors, and within the elements of the outdoors. Workers will be responsible for their own protection from all elements of the outdoors while working during camp events.

Salary : $14 - $15