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:  none

Education 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:  none

Note -- 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 certification

Time given after hire/promotion to obtain certification or licenses:  if not in possession of the above certifications, must obtain when the Department offers classes

Preferred certifications, licenses or registrations:  none

Knowledge:  Familiarity with social, recreational and sport activities that are typically enjoyed by youth

Skills:     Customer service; social etiquette; diplomacy; flexibility and willingness to follow direction

Abilities:  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 children 

Interaction 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.