What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Program Leader position at Village of Lake in the Hills, IL?
Summary
Essential Functions
Directs work of camp counselors. Provides guidance, structure and support as needed serving as primary contact for counselors concerning work related issues. May assist with the selection, training, evaluation and discipline of camp staff.
Assists with administering behavior and medical protocol as directed.
Assists in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers throughout all activities.
Oversees the execution of age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate activities that is progressive and is challenging to each age level.
Ensure lesson plans are followed to encourage consistency in program experience for all campers.
Communicate with Camp Program Supervisor regarding any changes to the daily schedule and keeps Camp Counselors, campers and families informed as needed.
May assist with scheduling employees and ensure staff is prepared for each work day.
Assist with the management of pre/post program site opening and closing.
May assist with purchasing necessary materials/equipment for the program.
Participates in staff meetings as necessary to ensure effective and timely communication.
Counsels Camp Counselors on guidelines, policies and procedures. Ensure they are maintaining proper records and program documentation. Conducts audits for completion and substance.
Provides families with relevant information regarding their camper(s), intended to provide support to families.
Responds to complaints and concerns as necessary and ensure proper follow up.
Coaches Camp Counselors on appropriate group behavior management strategies.
Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to, report repairs to Camp Program Supervisor.
Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to, report repairs to Recreation Supervisor.
Utilizes proper safety precautions related to all work performed and adheres to all departmental and Village safety policies. Advises supervisor of hazards and corrective actions.
Other duties as assigned.Minimum Required Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent with related experience in camp programming or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
At least 18 years of age
A valid driver's license is required.
Must possess or obtain CPR/First Aid certification upon hire.
Physical and Work Environment
PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor.
This work involves occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds within a limited range for access to storage boxes; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
Work has standard vision requirements.
Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
Work has exposure to environmental conditions including bodily fluids.
Work is generally in a noisy setting.
