OUTDOOR RECREATION CAMP STAFF- SEASONAL

Do you have a passion for working with youth, a knack for balancing fun and safety, and a desire to provide the best experience possible for our campers and families?

Cary’s Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources department is seeking energetic and creative individuals to join our Outdoor Recreation Program team in support of our Summer Day Camp! This is an exciting opportunity to serve as role models to elementary-aged children. 

The Summer Camp Staff will work varying hours within the program’s running time from 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM. No evening or weekend hours will be required.  The camp locations include…

This is a seasonal, non-benefited position, up to 40 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours.

This recruitment will be used to fill two (2) vacancies:

• Activity Specialist
• Camp Counselor 

Please note: Anticipated starting rate for Camp Counselor is $16/hour, and anticipated starting rate for Activity Specialist is $17/hour. 

Counselor Typical Tasks 

• Assists with the supervision and safety of all summer camp participants and activities
• Use group management skills to engage all children in daily activities
• Assists with camp opening and closing, including camper drop-off and pick up
• Sets up, takes down, and cleans/sanitizes group equipment
• Stays within our 1:12 staff to camper ratio
• Assists with implementation of camp activities 
• Carries out behavior management procedures and handles camper emergencies
• Performs other job-related tasks as required 

• Plan and implement age-appropriate recreational and educational activities to keep children active and help them develop skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship
• Follow through and deliver high level activities in addition to the regularly scheduled program
• Stays within our 1:12 staff to camper ratio

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of outdoor recreation programs.
• General knowledge of equipment and supplies required for camp operation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisor, and the public verbally and in writing.
• Ability to acquire knowledge of Town of Cary policies, procedures, and services of the department.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively manage the activities, behavior, and safety of camp attendees.

Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age to be a Counselor or Activity Specialist.
• Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED to be a Counselor or Activity Specialist.
• Requires a First Aid/CPR Certification, or the ability to obtain one with supplied training in the first six months.

Preference for the position will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• Previous engagement with youth in a paid or volunteer capacity
• Experience in leading small groups of children, teens, or adults
• Proficiency in arts, crafts, clubs, sports, events, leadership roles, or similar areas

Physical Requirements for all Summer Camp Staff

Work in this class requires the ability to be physically active and to stand for long periods of time.   Work requires the employee to be able to work outdoors in challenging conditions, such as heat and humidity.   An employee must be able to hear and talk in order to communicate with the public and with groups under instruction.   An employee must be able to climb, walk unassisted and move about freely.  Visual acuity is needed to read typewritten and handwritten materials and to view a computer terminal.

Special Requirements

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment. 

Requires possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Salary : $14 - $19