What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor position at Downers Grove Park District?
Summer Camp Counselor
16 / Hour
About us : The Downers Grove Park District offers quality parks, facilities and programs for people of all ages to enjoy and explore. Home to 48 parks, a recreation center, history museum, nature center, golf course, community center and more, there's something for everyone at the Downers Grove Park District! Learn more at dgparks.org.
The Opportunity : Get ready for a summer you will never forget! Work with your peers as a role model and responsible leader for campers of all ages. Use your creativity and positive attitude to lead campers in a variety of fun activities, including group games, crafts, swimming, field trips, and more! Enjoy being outside and working at a job where you get to have fun all summer!
Interviews : All interested applicants should plan to attend ONE of the open interview dates below. Please note : Applicants are welcome to drop in anytime between 9am and 12pm on the following dates. Applicants can expect an approximately 10-minute individual interview with the hiring supervisor(s).
- Open interviews are scheduled :
Saturday, March 15th 2025, 9 : 00am-12 : 00pm
Group Interviews will be held at the Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave Downers Grove, IL 60515.
Pay :
This seasonal position starts at $16 per hour for newly hired staff and $16.50 for returning staff.
Benefits :
Free Fitness Membership at 4500 Fitness
Red Cross First Aid and CPR Training
When you'll work :
A day in the Life :
About you :
What sets us apart :
The Downers Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer which has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the District, which bases employment upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of an individual's actual or perceived race (including but not limited to traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, citizenship status, work authorization status, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, disability, association with a person with a disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, unfavorable discharge from military service or military status, civil union partnership, order of protection status, pregnancy, childbirth or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact HR at careers@dgparks.org
The District is required by Illinois Statute (70 ILCS 1205 / 8-23) to obtain a criminal conviction information concerning applicants, and shall perform a criminal background check for applicant for all positions, including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the District. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration, but rather, the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.
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