Day Camp Counselor

City of Evans•Evans, CO

3d•$17 - $24

About The Position

The Day Camp Counselor 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

High School diploma or equivalent; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Valid Colorado Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
Possession of or ability to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Recreation/Leisure Services, Education, or related field and/or three years’ experience working with children.
Must meet the following qualifications:
Complete the Department-approved course in injury prevention.
Complete the Department-approved course in playground safety for School-Aged Child Care Centers. This requirement does not apply to day camps that do not regularly use a playground.
Must have at least three (3) months (460 hours) of full-time or equivalent part-time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children.
Must complete state required training prior to camp beginning.

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.
Assists with planning, organizing, and directing a wide variety of recreation programs, field trips, and special events, such as crafts, science projects, games, and reading.
Collaborates and communicates with parents via app, phone calls, and in-person as needed in absence of the Day Camp Director.
Collaborates with the Director to create an effective discipline plan for campers. Monitors camper behavior daily.
Completes end of shift report each day.
Supervises the issuance, use, care and maintenance of recreation supplies, and equipment.
Reports concerns regarding programs, activities, special events, supplies or equipment problems to Recreation Supervisor-Programs and Seniors.
Ability to instruct a wide variety of recreational, educational, and cultural activities for youth.
Knowledge of rules and regulations for various sports and athletic activities.
Ability to work well with small children aged 5 to 11 and their parents or guardians.
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.