What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Program Leader - Camp Counselor position at City of Elgin?
Responsible for the supervision and safety of assigned campers. In addition this position requires participation in various sports including swimming and any other assigned activities.
- Will be responsible to Camp Director and the Youth and Teen Program Supervisor.
- Responsible for planning and implementing various sports, games and arts and craft activities as well as participation in the activities with the campers including swimming.
- Responsible for the safety of all assigned campers during the camp hours, which includes all normal camp activities, lunch, trips to the pool and all other field trips or special events.
- Responsible for filling out accident reports and incident reports that should be completed and given to the supervisor as soon as possible (no longer than 1 hour after the incident).
- Responsible for taking daily attendance of assigned campers and the reporting of all absent campers to supervisor.
- Responsible for wearing staff shirt daily during camp hours.
- Responsible for following and implementing camp discipline policy.
- Responsible for being certified in CPR and first aid and being able to administer first aid when necessary.
- Must refrain from using profanity or displaying any conduct that could be offensive to campers.
- Responsible for the proper care of City equipment and facilities.
- Must be courteous and polite to parents and campers.
- Must be available for training prior to the program starting date.
- Experience working with kids preferable in teaching or coaching setting.
- High School Diploma or GED required, college credits a plus.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Energetic and enthusiastic individual.
- CPR and 1st Aid Certification (City will provide courses)
- Ability to work well with others.
- Ability to plan, implement, and participate in sports, games and arts and craft activities.
- Ability to supervise children 5-13 year olds.
Salary : $17 - $19