Camp Counselor (Summer)

Salary : $18.72 - $22.09 Hourly

Location : Lynnwood, WA

Job Type : Seasonal / Temporary Non-Benefitted

Job Number : 2025-00011

Department : PARKS

Opening Date : 02 / 12 / 2025

Closing Date : 4 / 30 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : PT

Summary

Calling all graduating seniors and college students. We need you! Come work in our summer camp programs where you will learn valuable job skills such as leadership, problem solving, being organized, planning, and teamwork, all while leading games, songs, field trips, crafts, and science experiments. Spend THIS summer outside, having fun and being a role model to younger kids before you have to tackle internships and a career in the years to come. These skills can be applied to every job you have in the future. Start building for your future now!

Quarterly Incentive Program :

If you work 143 hours in a quarter you earn a bonus of $250.

If you work 273 hours in a quarter you earn a bonus of $750.

The incumbent in this position is responsible for planning and implementing the year-round and seasonal programs for pre-school and school age children. The position is within the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department, and works under the supervisory direction of the Recreation Supervisor.

Essential Functions

Includes but is not limited to such essential functions as listed below :

• Plan, coordinate and implement daily / weekly safe, fun and stimulating recreation / learning activities for children which develop social skills, independence and self esteem; lead songs, games, arts & crafts, and group activities; prepare program materials; prepare weekly calendars.
• Maintain daily records of program attendance, inventory supplies, and identify equipment needs; maintain authorized parent / guardian waiver forms and trip / activity release forms.
• Supervise participants on various field trips.
• Direct and monitor volunteers, assigning them to work at specific stations / activities each day.
• Maintain accurate records of any incidents, property damage, accidents, etc., involving program participants or staff; prepare written reports as necessary.
• Monitor program participants and maintain written documents regarding behavior and skills; meet with parents as necessary; prepare and submit evaluation forms on a regular basis to the Recreation Supervisor.
• Attend weekly staff meetings.
• Ensure safe storage and usage of equipment and supplies; set up and take down equipment as needed for program activities; clean rooms, facilities and / or equipment as necessary.
• Maintains regular attendance.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age and have at least three months age-appropriate experience working with children, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Must have a valid Washington State Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier, possess current child and adult First Aid and CPR certifications and Blood Borne Pathogen training, or ability to acquire within one month of employment. Must also pass the Washington State Patrol background check.

Additional Information

Schedule may include evening and weekend activities / events.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : Non-Represented; General Salary Ordinance

For information on City of Lynnwood's benefits, please click on the following link :

Are you 18 years of age or older?

Do you have experience working / volunteering with youth?

If you answered Yes, explain. If you answered No, enter N / A.

Do you know how to swim?

Do you have a valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier?

Do you have a current First Aid Card?

Do you have a current CPR Card?

Do you have a current Blood Borne Pathogen Training Certificate?

Do you have a current food handler permit?

Did a City of Lynnwood employee tell you about this position and ask you to apply?

Are you available June 17 - September 4 without any time off?

If you answered above that a City of Lynnwood employee referred you, specify a name below. If not, mark N / A.

If you answered yes to availability to work, write n / a here. If you answered no, please explain here what restrictions of hours that you will have during the time period indicated above.

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