Discovery Camp Counselor

Barrington Park District•Barrington, IL

6d•$16 - $17

About The Position

DISCOVERY CAMP COUNSELOR The Discovery Camp Counselor is a part time seasonal position that may require additional hours per week. Camp Counselor should display a desire to work with children ages 4-6 through positive interaction and role modeling.

Requirements

High School Diploma is preferred
Minimum 1 year experience working/coaching children and/or teens depending on camp
Ability to teach in any given camp situation
Must possess current First Aid, CPR and AED Certification within 6 weeks of hire
Employee should be able to maintain a positive working relationship with other employees
Possess the ability to work well with the general public, parents, peers and park district employees
Employee must work effectively under deadlines in a variety of environments and elements.
Employee must demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work
Employee must be able to function in a sometimes fast and ambiguous environment.
Must be able to respond to and handle children's behaviors in a positive appropriate manner
Employee must have the ability to follow directions
Employee must have good verbal and written communications skills
Employee must possess time management and organization skills to effectively perform the job
Employee must have the ability to make judgments with respect to confidential information and problem solving
Employee must use good safety awareness and judgment in all aspects of the position

Responsibilities

Acts as a positive role model while teaching and encouraging healthy leisure lifestyle.
Interacts positively and professionally with campers.
Leads and helps plan daily activities.
Maintains and implements safety standards and procedures at all times to ensure a well-rounded program in a safe, positive environment.
Will attend all scheduled trainings and meetings as deemed necessary by the Recreation Supervisor.
Will enforce all Summer Camp policies and procedures.
Uphold safety and risk management strategies in support of and compliance with Park District policies, procedures, ordinances and practices
Familiarity with and effective implementation of the Employee Safety Manual, Emergency Response Plan, and Crisis Management Plan
Attend professional educational and safety trainings
Assist with emergency procedures and building evaluation
Utilize Personal Protective Equipment when performing duties, based on job tasks
Correct unsafe conditions and/or report them to supervisor
Promptly report hazardous conditions, accidents and injuries to supervisor
Complete incident/accident report forms and promptly forwards them to supervisor