What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adventure Camp Counselor-Summer position at Town of Flower Mound?
Oversees and conducts activities and planned programs for the Flower Mound Adventure Camp.• Assists in the programs and activities for each day of summer camp.
• Assists in coordination of arts, crafts, games, swimming, drama, gym games, etc.
• Prepares for field trips, special events, and special projects.
• Supervises all camp children and volunteers.
• Receives payments for day camp fees.
• Informs Supervisor of all work activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is preferred.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license and driving record must be in compliance with Town policy.
***MUST DRIVE A 15 PASSENGER VAN.***
EDUCATION:
• An Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent majoring in Education, Physical Education, or Recreation is preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in summer camp, day care, church camp, public recreation, and/or outdoor activities is required.
Must be able to work:
Camp Dates: May 27 - August 8
Monday - Friday
40 hour work week.
Must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test and thorough background checks (including criminal history).KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
•Must have a general working knowledge of sports activities (softball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, tennis), arts and crafts, environmental sciences, cultural arts, etc.
•Must have skills in organizing, supervising, and disciplining children, and creating a positive camp environment.
•Must have the ability to work effectively with children 6-12 years of age, teenage, and adult volunteers.
•Must be able to make good, quick, and sound decisions in emergency situations.
•Must maintain a pleasant and friendly personality at all times.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Must be able to see, hear, read, speak, and write.
• Must be able to work in an outdoor setting exposed to heat, dust, wind, insects, noxious plants, and snakes; lift loaded ice chests and items weighing up to 50 lbs.; stoop, walk, bend, run, throw, climb, and swim; and participate in various sports and recreational activities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
HIPAA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule must have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.
• Assists in coordination of arts, crafts, games, swimming, drama, gym games, etc.
• Prepares for field trips, special events, and special projects.
• Supervises all camp children and volunteers.
• Receives payments for day camp fees.
• Informs Supervisor of all work activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is preferred.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license and driving record must be in compliance with Town policy.
***MUST DRIVE A 15 PASSENGER VAN.***
EDUCATION:
• An Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent majoring in Education, Physical Education, or Recreation is preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in summer camp, day care, church camp, public recreation, and/or outdoor activities is required.
Must be able to work:
Camp Dates: May 27 - August 8
Monday - Friday
40 hour work week.
Must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test and thorough background checks (including criminal history).KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
•Must have a general working knowledge of sports activities (softball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, tennis), arts and crafts, environmental sciences, cultural arts, etc.
•Must have skills in organizing, supervising, and disciplining children, and creating a positive camp environment.
•Must have the ability to work effectively with children 6-12 years of age, teenage, and adult volunteers.
•Must be able to make good, quick, and sound decisions in emergency situations.
•Must maintain a pleasant and friendly personality at all times.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Must be able to see, hear, read, speak, and write.
• Must be able to work in an outdoor setting exposed to heat, dust, wind, insects, noxious plants, and snakes; lift loaded ice chests and items weighing up to 50 lbs.; stoop, walk, bend, run, throw, climb, and swim; and participate in various sports and recreational activities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
HIPAA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:
All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule must have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.
Salary : $13 - $19
