What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Counselor Fleetwood Jourdain position at City of Evanston?

Position Type :

Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal

Date Posted : 8 / 8 / 2024

Location :

Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Description :

After School Counselors employees are responsible for leading and implementing games, sports, arts & crafts and recreational activities for campers in a group setting. As an After School Counselor, you will be expected to communicate directly with the Coordinator, Lead Counselor, and any other counselors with any suggestions, comments, concerns or ideas. The After School Counselor is responsible for the safety of campers while in camp at all times and including : field trips, and anything directly related to camp activities. It is required for all After School Counselor employees to report any accidents / incidents to the Program Coordinator, immediately followed by completing the proper paperwork for documentation. Every After School Counselor is expected to be a role model to campers and exhibit constructive and inclusive participation for all camp participants. It is the duty of the After School Counselor to come to work daily with a positive attitude and ready to make camp a safe, enjoyable and fun atmosphere for all that attend.

Complete all appropriate trainings
Read and follow updated policies and procedures
Communicate any concerns or issues directly to the Program Coordinator
Get to know and work cooperatively with camp and building staff
Employee should have the ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly, in addition to the ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Have the ability to lift, reach, kneel, bend, stand for long periods of time, talk, hear, feel, smell, climb, maintain balance, stoop, crouch, crawl, and see the nature of the object by the eye.
There are no environmental hazards associated with this classification.

Job Summary :

Show maturity and skills needed to perform the job successfully

Has a desire to work with children

Willing to fulfill and pursue the goals of the camp / follow camp handbook

Work directly with Coordinator / Lead Counselor when coordinating activities

Makes every effort to be a leader not only to the campers, but peers as well

Capable of assisting with camper discipline and emergency situations

Follow daily / weekly schedules

Inform / communicate with the Coordinator / Lead Counselor of any incidents / accidents or emergencies

Notify Coordinator if he / she will be absent or late for work

Report to work / meetings and from scheduled breaks on time

Ensure the safety of all children during the camp day

Encourage participation, teamwork from campers

Reports / fills out incident and accident forms properly

Has a positive, creative attitude

Willing to run, jump, get dirty, engage with campers during camp days

Complete / attend required trainings prior to start date

Group supervision of campers with attention to all of the following : program, health, happiness, discipline, cleanliness, safety, routine duties, character and skill development

Lead indoor and outdoor recreational activities

Assist participants in a variety of recreational programs including arts and crafts, field trips, games and sports

Plan and provide instruction of a variety of recreational activities that are age-appropriate activities suitable to individual group interests, needs and capabilities

Promote camper participation in ALL activities

Set a good example in ALL you do at camp

Responsible to be aware of your campers medical needs

Responsible for maintaining a positive attitude and refraining from behavior that is detrimental to the staff team and staff morale

Work with the camp counselors and directors to iron out issues with facilities, programs and campers

Provide public relations / customer service to parents / guardians to ensure a positive impression of our camps

Responsible for reporting your own health concerns- ill / exhaustion to your specific Director

Under the guidance of your Lead Counselor or Coordinator enforcement of policies and rules

Maintain, inventory and care for equipment and supplies (If you use it - put it back, if it's broken or unsafe - report it to the directors)

Possess good judgment and willingness to accept responsibilities

Perform other related work as assigned by Coordinator or Director

Qualifications :

Minimum age of 16 yrs. Old

Strong interest, maturity and judgment in working with children in an outdoor setting

Knowledge and experience in camp related activities preferred

Possess the ability to work as a team member with other counselors and senior staff members

Responsible, friendly, enthusiastic, patient and willing to learn

Rate :

Starting at $14-$15 hourly

Schedule :

This is a part-time, seasonal after school position. Schedule includes weekdays, Monday- Friday after school and school days out. Working hours are 2 : 30pm-6pm and full 8 hour days on school days out. Work location-Fleetwood Jourdain

Application Procedure :

Application procedure will be provided after inital interview

Selection Procedure :

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes drug / alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY)

Salary : $14 - $15

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