What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor position at City of Yukon (OK)?
JOB
GENERAL PURPOSEUnder the direction of the Program Specialist, the Camp Counselor position is charged with the safeguarding of all patrons that enter the confines of the City of Yukon Recreation Facilities, and is responsible for all safety protocols, procedures, and surveillance of the patrons while on and off City of Yukon property during the administration of all official programs. Under the general supervision of the Program Specialist, the Camp Counselor will design, lead, supervise, and assist with various recreational activities in varying environments with the goal of providing a safe, fun, and educational experience to all program participants. This position requires daytime and holiday work. This position will be required to assist in City of Yukon sponsored special events.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS•16 years of age or older•Must have good interpersonal relationship skills•Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, swim, lift, or support the weight of a child•Must be self-motivated and be able to work as part of a team•Ability and willingness to assume responsibility for work performed•Provided free by the City of Yukon Parks and Recreation Department•American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid CertificationPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS•Good organizational skills, creative, outgoing, detail oriented, professional, and a self-motivator•Previous experience in exercising judgment, tact, and diplomacy in dealing with the public•Previous experience working with children in a recreational environment
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: •Supervises camp participants and ensures their safety, development, growth, and general well-being during all official programming•Provides high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for camp participants•Adheres to all established program schedules and ensures camp participants safety during periods of travel to and from program locations•Assists in maintaining accurate program records, including incident andaccident reports, attendance records, and disciplinaryforms•Delivers superior customer service to all that utilize the facility while presenting a professional image and attitude•Assists in the preparation of program areas to include the setup, cleanup, and teardown of program and facility equipment•Maintains a safe & clean program environment both indoors and outdoors, which includes cleaning restrooms, vacuuming, picking up trash, emptying trash cans, and securing the areas during and after program operations•Responds quickly and efficiently to emergency situations following established procedures•Fairly enforces the rules and regulations as outlined in the Camp Counselor Handbook while cautioning participants regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards•Maintains current knowledge of departmental programming•This is not an all-inclusive list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities, and all staff will be required to perform other duties as assigned
GENERAL PURPOSEUnder the direction of the Program Specialist, the Camp Counselor position is charged with the safeguarding of all patrons that enter the confines of the City of Yukon Recreation Facilities, and is responsible for all safety protocols, procedures, and surveillance of the patrons while on and off City of Yukon property during the administration of all official programs. Under the general supervision of the Program Specialist, the Camp Counselor will design, lead, supervise, and assist with various recreational activities in varying environments with the goal of providing a safe, fun, and educational experience to all program participants. This position requires daytime and holiday work. This position will be required to assist in City of Yukon sponsored special events.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS•16 years of age or older•Must have good interpersonal relationship skills•Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, swim, lift, or support the weight of a child•Must be self-motivated and be able to work as part of a team•Ability and willingness to assume responsibility for work performed•Provided free by the City of Yukon Parks and Recreation Department•American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid CertificationPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS•Good organizational skills, creative, outgoing, detail oriented, professional, and a self-motivator•Previous experience in exercising judgment, tact, and diplomacy in dealing with the public•Previous experience working with children in a recreational environment
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: •Supervises camp participants and ensures their safety, development, growth, and general well-being during all official programming•Provides high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for camp participants•Adheres to all established program schedules and ensures camp participants safety during periods of travel to and from program locations•Assists in maintaining accurate program records, including incident andaccident reports, attendance records, and disciplinaryforms•Delivers superior customer service to all that utilize the facility while presenting a professional image and attitude•Assists in the preparation of program areas to include the setup, cleanup, and teardown of program and facility equipment•Maintains a safe & clean program environment both indoors and outdoors, which includes cleaning restrooms, vacuuming, picking up trash, emptying trash cans, and securing the areas during and after program operations•Responds quickly and efficiently to emergency situations following established procedures•Fairly enforces the rules and regulations as outlined in the Camp Counselor Handbook while cautioning participants regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards•Maintains current knowledge of departmental programming•This is not an all-inclusive list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities, and all staff will be required to perform other duties as assigned
