Day Camp Leader

HIGHLANDS RANCH COMMUNITY ASSOC • Highlands Ranch, CO

6d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists with supervision, coordination and implementation of school-age programs in a Day Camp setting. Plans, leads and instructs a variety of activities for participants. Coordinates and assists with various programming functions such as: planning, reporting, etc., and has the qualifications to be the acting Day Camp Facilitator per Human Services requirements when needed.

Requirements

• Requires a thorough knowledge of school age recreation programming.
• Ability to help supervise and assist with implementation of appropriate activity planning, guiding/redirecting techniques, and leadership skills.
• Requires excellent communication, written, verbal, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to substitute for a Facilitator. Examples of competencies include: Opening and closing duties; Answering parent questions; Returning phone calls; Assisting with work in the office; Entering information into the computer; Ability to adjust the schedule in an emergency; Ability to be contacted in an emergency.
• Must meet all Human Services requirements and attend all scheduled summer trainings.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Must have three months of full-time or part-time equivalent (460 hours) satisfactory and verifiable experience with school age children in a group setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and instructs activities and participants.
• Works closely with co-workers to motivate, evaluate, and guide/redirect participants.
• Attend staff meetings and communicate necessary information to relevant people.
• Demonstrates excellent public relations and customer service skills when communicating verbally and in writing with participants, parents, community organizations, and recreation staff.
• Aids in the development of programs for all school-age levels and interests to meet the needs of the community.
• Instrumental in developing and creating comprehensive programming that includes Arts and crafts, Sports and games, Music and drama field trips.
• Maintains and follows guidelines set by the Colorado Department of Human Services and the HRCA.
• Maintains a professional attitude while supporting the objectives of the Day Camp Program.
• Treats all children with dignity and respect.
• Other duties as assigned and required.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts (30%) for Programs and Events
• Referral Program
• Recreation Center usage
• 401k plus company match and Health Insurance, Telehealth and Flex Plans after one year if the minimum hours requirement is determined.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed