Day Camp Aide

City of EvansEvans, CO
2d$15 - $21

About The Position

The Day Camp Aide is responsible for directing a wide variety of recreation activities for the 10-week summer day camp program for up to 40 children, ages 5-11.

Requirements

  • Must be 16 years of age or older;  equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
  • Ability to accept supervision and guidance
  • Must possess integrity, adaptability, enthusiasm, patience, thoughtfulness and self-control.
  • Must set a good example for campers and others including cleanliness, personal responsibility, punctuality and sportsmanship. Positive ”can do” attitude.
  • Must demonstrate ability to work with children, and must meet the following qualifications:
  • Complete the Department-approved course in injury prevention; and
  • Complete the Department-approved course in playground safety for School-Aged Child Care Centers.
  • Must have current CPR/First Aid/Universal Precautions Certification, and Medication Administration Training prior to start date.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience working with children, ideally in a camp setting.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Experience in public/municipal sector.

Responsibilities

  • Protects health and safety (emotional and physical) of all campers.
  • Assists in providing experiences that promote individual and group growth.
  • Assists with planning, organizing, and directing a wide variety of recreation programs, field trips, and special events.
  • Supports activities such as crafts, science projects, games, and reading.
  • Collaborates with Director and camp staff to create an effective discipline plan for campers. Monitors camper behavior daily.
  • Supervises the issuance, use, care and maintenance of recreation supplies, and equipment.
  • Follows assigned work schedule and camp schedule.
  • Supervises participants on all bus trips, at the swimming pool, and during special events.
  • Actively participates in camp activities, including regular interaction with staff and campers.
  • Reviews and understands camp policies and procedures.
  • Reports to the Recreation Supervisor-Programs and Seniors as needed regarding programs, activities, special events, supplies, or any equipment with problems or in need of repair.
  • Understanding of the development needs of youth. Ability to observe camp behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
  • Skill in appropriately supervising and directing school-aged children in an unstructured setting.
  • As a member of the City of Evans team, employees are privileged to serve each other and the community; therefore, will be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Part-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

51-100 employees

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