Camp Counselor

CITY OF BONNER SPRINGS • Bonner Springs, KS

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision of the Summer Camp Program Director or their Designee, is responsible for assisting
in the leading camp activities and supervision of youth in the camp program.

Requirements

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Some knowledge of summer camp activities, materials, rules, supplies, equipment, etc.
• Ability to implement summer camp activities.
• Ability to operate department equipment, to understand and anticipate problems, to follow department policies and procedures, interpret written instructions, reports, maps, manuals and schematics.
• The ability to establish successful working relationships with employees and the public, and use good professional judgment, honesty, and integrity in decision making.
• Must be at least 16 years old or older.
• Must successfully pass a fingerprint-based background check.
• Obtain First Aid and CPR certification before the start of the program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, set-up, and clean-up of activities.
• Assist in leading group through daily schedule while assuring the safety of participants at all times.
• Promotes safe behaviors and improves the quality of children’s interaction with one another.
• Participates in all activities with participants and serves as a role model.
• Observe all state regulations and all City and Department policies and procedures.
• Attends all required trainings.
• Performs other duties and activities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed