Summer Camp Counselor (apply at myoldsmar.com)

Camp Counselor/Recreation Leader for Summer Camp

Submit application at www.myoldsmar.com

Camp dates: May 30-Aug 8 (10 weeks, 40 hours per week)

Tentative Training Dates: May 19, 20, 21.

The Seasonal Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for planning, leading, and implementing diverse programs and experiences for children in a group setting. They are also responsible for the supervision and safety of the participants in his/her group, as well as the general enjoyment experienced by the participants.

• Plans and executes activities for summer camp participants that are age appropriate: Including, but not limited to: Sports, arts and crafts, special events and health-related activities;
• Supervises a group of summer camp participants.
• Encourages participation from everyone!
• Guides participants toward making the “right” decision.
• Administers appropriate discipline to participants as needed.
• Promotes a safe and healthy camp environment—administers basic first aid as needed.
• Complete reports as needed on child behavior:
• Assists in the transportation of participants on field trips and daily trips.
• Develops a working relationship with parents and full-time Recreation staff.
• Assists in the development and training of teen leaders.

Work is performed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Age 17 .
• Ability to lead camp groups and volunteers effectively.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of public recreation.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices used in organizing and directing play and recreation activities.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations governing various competitive athletic games.
• Ability to lead, plan and coordinate various recreational activities, and youth programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
• Ability to lead subordinates and volunteers effectively.
• Ability to work effectively with children and young adults.
• Skill in a variety of recreational activities.
• Ability to operate a PC in a networked environment.

Education and Experience:

• Experience in organized and specialized varied recreational programs a plus.

(A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain CPR certification. (Certification/Training provided)

Essential Physical Skills

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
• Acceptable hearing (with or without correction).
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Moderate (15 to 44 pounds) lifting and carrying.
• Driving.
• Walking, bending, kneeling, stooping.
• Physical agility.
• Ability to access, input and retrieve information from a network PC.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Works inside in an office environment and outside in a playground environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $17.05 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17