Day Camp Site Director 2025

Description

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction and supervision of the Youth Recreation Supervisor, the Day Camp Site Director is a part-time position responsible for the direct supervision of program participants, program staff and the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities. The Site Director is required to be on site, supervise staff, be responsible for programs at specific sites, work well with parents, and assist with facility requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for the safety, supervision and organization of campsite
2. Direct the activities in the camp program, instruct and supervise employees in the performance of assigned duties, plan and direct activities to meet the needs of the children
3. Know the location of participants and supervise the work of staff, and volunteers at all times
4. Perform related work as requested by the Youth Program Coordinator, Recreation Supervisor, Hunt Club Facility Manager, Director of Recreation and the Executive Director.
5. Responsible for the scheduling, staffing, planning, and implementation of field trips, staff meetings, staff training, extended camp, special events, trips to aquatic facilities, and all other programs and/or activities as needed
6. Lead day camp staff meetings and attend Park District staff meetings and trainings as required
7. Required to be on-site at the beginning/end of each camp day, while campers are at aquatic facilities, field trips, special events, and throughout the camp day
8. Site Director will assist with all discipline problems at camp site and will contact the Youth Program Coordinator or the Youth Recreation Supervisor when situations require such action
9. Site Directors will turn in supply list and calendars each week
10. Site Directors will provide a calendar to the parents during each session and a calendar for posting on the Gurnee Park District website
11. Promotes high morale among staff and campers
12. Develop and maintain good relationships with parents
13. Provide customer service and friendliness to all participants and parents
14. Greet the campers by name and parents on a daily basis
15. Maintain contact with all community resources for specialized activities
16. Work with other site directors in coordinating camp-wide events
17. Oversee the integration process of special needs campers by working with parents, Warren Special Recreation, and inclusion supervisor
18. Assist in training, supervising and dismissal of staff
19. Direct, organize, and lead groups in all camp activities where necessary
20. Closely supervise the health and sanitary needs of the campers and staff
21. Take on the responsibilities of the camp counselor in his/her absence
22. Responsible for the supervision and organization of campsite including daily cleanup and decorating the campsite before each day and session
23. Site Directors will be responsible for counselor assignment including daily activities, camp groups, before and after camp programs\Maintain positive reinforcement system for campers and staff
24. Arrive on time as scheduled and dressed appropriately for work
25. Assist with set up and cleanup

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Keep records as required by the Park District
2. Be knowledgeable of phone locations and the telephone numbers for the police, fire, and paramedics
3. Perform related work as required by Youth Program Coordinator, Youth Recreation Supervisor and/or the Site Director
4. Makes sure staff clocks in/out. If a staff member forgets or is having trouble clocking in/out pass on that information to the Youth Recreation Supervisor, so staff hours are accounted for.
5. Inspects supplies, equipment and facilities and recommend necessary maintenance and repair work, supervise issuance, return and storage of equipment
6. Help and supervise the work of Volunteers
7. Assist in the recruiting of children and/or staff when the occasion arises

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: Individuals 18 years or older, preferably at least 21 who have experience working with children and possess the following: at least two years of a variety of camping, educational, and/or outdoor-environmental education work experience;
• Education: two years of college course work or experience desirable
• Skills: A knowledge of age characteristics and appropriate activities for children; ability to supervise staff; maturity, good judgment and leadership ability. The ability to work with children, parents and staff as well as the ability to act as a direct contact program leader in all facets of the summer camp program.
• Certifications: CPR, First Aid and AED certification is required or willingness to obtain within two weeks
• Competencies: Successful and progressive experience in working with children from age 5 to 12 and/or 2 ½ -6 year olds. Demonstrate the ability in working with individuals and groups. Two years of actual work experience will be accepted in lieu of one year in college.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Your job may entail swimming, climbing, running, crawling, bending, kneeling, and sitting when working/playing with children. Occasionally movement of supplies, equipment, or moving a child is necessary in which case the maximum weight that you are expected to be able to lift is 25 lbs., though typically it will be less than this.

Salary : $17 - $20