What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safari Camp Supervisor position at Park Lawn?
Safari Camp Supervisor General Description
As a member of the Education Team, the seasonal full-time Safari Camp Supervisor will work to oversee staff and campers during the Safari Camp program, leading camp-wide activities and ensuring a welcoming and safe experience for campers, caregivers and staff.
Day camps run between June 18 and August 19, Monday through Friday most weeks. Evening camps are offered on select dates during the camp season. Camp staff is expected to be available for at least eight weeks of camp.
All candidates are required to attend paid training dates :
May 31 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.)
June 5 (5 p.m.-9 p.m.)
June 11 (5 p.m.-9 p.m.)
June 13 (9 a.m.-5 p.m.)
June 16-17 (8 : 00 a.m.- 4 : 30 p.m.)
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Mentor camp instructors and aides and more than 1,000 youth in grades K-12 over the course of the summer
- Greet guests, caregivers and program participants with enthusiasm, providing each person with a positive and memorable Zoo experience
- Interact with caregivers at check-in and check-out, as well as if behavior or medical issues arise
- Set up and break down camp-wide activities, lead community circles each morning
- Support camp staff with behavior management and ensure staff are engaged and interacting with campers to create a positive and inclusive community among their group
- Support teen volunteers each day as they assist with camp groups
- Be familiar with all facets of the Zoo in order to answer questions properly
- Contribute to a positive, energetic, and safe experience for campers, colleagues and guests
- Co-lead daily briefings with camp directors to communicate information with the staff team
- Must be available for a weekday work schedule, usually 8 a.m.- 4 : 30 p.m.
- All other responsibilities and tasks as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working Conditions
Schedule that will include weekday shifts. Camp is held mainly outdoors in a variety of weather conditions through the summer.
Physical Requirements
This position requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, and stooping for extended periods. This position can expect employees to walk two to three miles a day. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. The employee must be able to lift and move 25-40 pounds. The individual must be able to perform the job's essential functions satisfactorily, with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
