Kid’s Camp Counselor (Part Time)

Under the direction of the Head Kid’s Camp Counselor, responsible for the supervision and interaction of children in Sports Camp

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Responsible for the safety and operation of a Recreation youth program
• Greet parents as they come in to drop off their children
• Orient parents in regard to policies and procedures that must be followed
• Assist with the planning, development, and organization of activities for the program
• Attentively watch and attend to the children in the program
• Ensure that all activities for each day are planned and prepared in advance
• Participate with the children in their activities, including swimming, if applicable
• Ensure that all children are involved with the activities and adjust programs as needed to closely match the children’s skills and abilities
• Discipline children, when necessary, using appropriate and authorized disciplinary techniques
• Treat children if hurt and fill out accident reports

• Responsible for maintaining the professional atmosphere of the Fitness Center
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner and be dressed in proper uniform
• Handle patron complaints and/or comments or refer them to the proper personnel
• Maintain positive public relations for the Facility
• Give excellent customer service to the patrons and their children
• Help keep the Fitness Center clean and uncluttered
• Set a positive example for other employees to follow

• Assume responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective working relations with other employees and management
• Attend all staff meetings
• Provide input for the program
• Discuss any problems or concerns with appropriate personnel
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 16 years of age
• Must submit to a criminal background check
• Previous experience working with children
• Excellent public relations skill
• Ability to relate well with children and be patient with them
• Ability to work under stressful conditions
• Willingness to assist others
• Ability to hold all matters related to staff and patrons as confidential and to discuss related matters with only the appropriate individuals

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Willing and available to work during scheduled times
• Moderate physical activity including walking, running, swimming, etc.
• Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching, and bending
• May have a few disagreeable elements such as noise, poor ventilation, or extreme or uneven temperatures
• Must work inside and outside
• Intermittent exposure to stress