Camp Counselor

The Camp Counselor leads and acts as a model to a group of campers in a variety of activities, including sports, competitive and non-competitive games, songs, crafts, swimming, and field trips. Counselors are responsible for enforcing Park District rules and ensuring the safety of campers, staff, and the public. Counselors are expected to lead any of the camp activities named during a typical camp day. Depending on qualifications and experience counselors may be in one of these camps: Adventure Camp, Sports Camp, Teen Camp, Sunshine Camp, or Tot CampDUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSGreet parents and youth as they arrive and assist in making sure that campers are properly signed in and outAssist in monitoring and maintaining the safety of all campers in daily routines, field trips, or during daily water park visitsCommunicate with parents/guardians about daily activities and camper progressPlay an active role in leading the daily schedule and activities to keep campers excited, safe, and engagedInitiate spontaneous activities to accommodate agenda conflicts/changes/weatherAssist Lead Counselor in addressing camper behavior/disciplinary issuesAssist in providing excellent customer service and maintaining a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parentsAssist in keeping program supplies, equipment, and facility space clean, safe, and organizedAssist with the completion of all paperwork as requiredAttend all staff meetings and training programs as requiredOther duties as assigned by supervisorMinimum of 16 years of ageExperience working with children ages K-8th gradeGood skills in planning activities for childrenAbility to communicate and interact effectively with children, parents, and staffAbility to solve problems as they ariseMust be dependable, energetic, and have a positive attitudeAbility to enforce Park District rules and safety practicesCertified in CPR/AED and First Aid is required.JOB STATUS Part time DEPARTMENT Recreation FSLA STATUS Non-ExemptSALARY $15.00 per hour