Seasonal Camp Counselor SE

A Seasonal Camp Counselor, confers with the Facility Coordinator, Site Supervisor and other Counselors and develops daily activity lesson plans following the camp schedule guidelines. Incumbent will teach and supervise children in Camp activities, and will assist the Site Supervisor with all aspects of the Camp program.This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.Education / higher education: Must be currently enrolled in High School or must be a High School Graduate (or equivalent)Other requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age.Minimum number of years of directly related experience: noneEducation and/or experience preferences: Employment, school, church or civic activities where leadership skills of peers or others have been learned and practiced.Driver's License requirement: Frequent Driver -- Regular Driver's License Required Endorsements: noneNote -- For any driver, driving record must always meet City driving and insurability standards.Required certifications, licenses or registrations: must have current First Aid and CPR certificationTime given after hire/promotion to obtain certification or licenses: if not in possession of the above certifications, must obtain when the Department offers classesPreferred certifications, licenses or registrations: noneKnowledge: Familiarity with social, recreational and sport activities that are typically enjoyed by youthSkills: Customer service; social etiquette; diplomacy; flexibility and willingness to follow directionAbilities: set and maintain boundaries with children; follow through on a plan of activities; maintain composure and focus amidst chaos; safety drive a vehicle loaded with childrenInteraction with Groups/Agencies/Entities: Will interact with other City staff, taking direction and providing information; will interact with facility patrons, providing direction, guidance, instruction and enforcing rules and regulations.The following functions are typical for this position. The omission of specific functions does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.Develops daily activity lesson plans following the camp schedule guidelines and confer with the Site Supervisor and other Counselors during the planning stages.Teaches and supervises all children in Camp activities, and as otherwise assigned.Assists Site Supervisor with all aspects of the Camp program, which may include, but not be limited to the following: care and upkeep of facility, equipment and supplies; participates in activity planning; supervises planned activities as needed; coordinates and distributes lunch and snack times; and assists in maintaining Camp records.Acknowledges parents as they drop-off and pick-up their children.