Recreation- Camp Counselor- Specialized (20580429)

Are you looking for a great opportunity to connect with your community? Do you want to see first-hand what it’s like to engage in active, multi-generational work that directly contributes to the well-being of our Mill Valley youth? If you answered yes, then you belong with Mill Valley Recreation! With our team, you will create memorable experiences while cultivating new and lasting connections within our greater Southern Marin Community. You will have the opportunity to grow and learn through consistent, quality training and apply your skills through direct hands-on experience in a professional and fun environment.

Must be 17 years of age or older to apply for this position.

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, provide for the well-being and safety of children with special needs in a fun, summer camp environment. Collaboratively with the wider Arts and Recreation department, we strive to have a meaningful impact on the lives of our participants while providing creative programs offered in an inclusive, fun, and innovative environment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

The following duties are essential to the success of this position:

• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communicate effectively with co-workers, parents, and campers.
• Possess strong leadership skills in one or more of the following areas: arts, crafts, sports, playground games, drama, songs/music, nature or special events.
• Manage the task of checking in and checking out each child to the proper guardian.
• Encourage good behavior and appropriate manners.
• Encourage active play, read books and provide a safe and nurturing environment.

• Ability to lead groups of campers in various day camp activities and help with transitions between activities.
• Motivate campers through example.
• Must be a team player and have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Create and maintain a positive day camp environment for campers with special needs.
• Accurately maintain attendance records and head counts.

• Practice proper hygiene, with oneself and children, to deter the spread of disease (colds, flu, etc.).
• Respond professionally to emergencies, provide care according to the level of training.
• The ability to speak English clearly and understandably.
• Perform related duties as required.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to react quickly to emergencies and perform required lifesaving skills.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Candidates must be 17 years of age or older. Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. Candidates must be comfortable calling 911 in an emergency and providing care according to the level of training.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. Candidates must possess a current CPR/AED and First Aid certificate and be comfortable calling 911 in an emergency.

• Availability to work weekdays consistently throughout the summer season.
• Customer Service oriented (patient and responsive)
• Enjoys working with children
• Attention to Detail
• Prompt, timely
• Must be 15 years of age or older to apply for this position.

• Potential to build your professional resume with opportunities to take on new positions within the department after demonstrated success.

• Potential to establish great professional references for your future.

• Employee benefit of receiving a free pass to our Aquatic and Fitness Center

• Receive discounts to programs, please ask hiring staff more about how to qualify for this opportunity

The City of Mill Valley utilizes CalOpps.org to accept and process employment applications.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the City's official application form but should accompany the application. All applications and resumes will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position. A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the recruitment process, which may include one or more of the following: written examination, performance examination, assessment exercises, oral interviews, and complete background checks. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Paper applications may be obtained from the City of Mill Valley at City Hall, 26 Corte Madera Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941 or by calling (415) 388-4033x4835.