Day Camp Counselor - Sportsplex

Description

Job Summary – About the Role

Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the District’s safety and administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a friendly and positive personality who is productive and shows initiative, is an effective written and oral communicator, is reliable and safety-minded and works well with children. 

Required:     Must be a minimum of 16 years of age. A minimum of 2 years of high school experience. Have previous experience with face-to-face program delivery. Have an understanding of children’s developmental skills and abilities.  Maintain First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain certification within 30 days of hire. Maintain DCFS mandated reporter certificate or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Schedules per Camp Assigment:     

• Day Camp: 5-day schedule, Monday-Friday, availability from 7:45am-3:45pm with scheduled after camp shifts as needed (until 6pm).

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones

• Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District’s safety and risk management program.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
• Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation, and the Recreation Supervisor of Day Camps, the Day Camp Counselor shall complete all assigned duties to the best of their abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:

• Effectively communicate orally with other peers and supervisors.
• Work cooperatively with outside organizations (trip locations, etc.)
• Take initiative to develop stimulating activities for children.
• Directly supervise all scheduled activities.
• Assist lead to formulate calendars for weekly periods.
• Develop and implement daily plans.
• Lead instructional programs.
• Manage large groups of children
• Monitor and request supplies as needed
• Perform First Aid and CPR as necessary.
• Identify unsafe or unacceptable situations and follow all safety procedures that pertain to duties involved.

Marginal Functions of the Position

• Perform other related duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.

Benefits

The Park District offers the following benefits to all Part-Time Category III employees:

• District Incentives
  • Paid Training
  • Discounts for Programs

Salary : $16