Head Camp Counselor (P/T Summer Season)

City of Haines City • Haines City, FL

16h

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Cultural Arts Coordinator, performs duties necessary to support the Recreation Division by implementing and actively participating in the summer youth camp programs, activities, and events in a safe, friendly, and fun environment.

Requirements

• Required knowledge and experience are normally obtained through the completion of a curriculum resulting in either a High School Diploma or GED, and five (5) years work related experience working with youth are required.
• First Aid and CPR Certifications are required.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of recreation and group activities.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, campers, parents and/or guardians, businesses, and the general public are essential.
• Ability to create, implement and oversee activities and events.
• Must possess a Valid Florida Class E driver's license.
• Must pass applicable pre-employment testing, and background and credit checks.
• As part of the conditional offer of employment, all Summer Camp candidates selected for employment are required to go through an extensive background and criminal history check through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) which may include a fingerprinting process.
• (Must be able to pass the State required background check for persons working with children.)
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: This position may be required one to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood is preferred.
• Previous camp counselor and/or summer youth activities experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties necessary to support the Recreation Division by implementing and actively participating in the summer youth camp programs, activities, and events in a safe, friendly, and fun environment.
• Duties may include, but are not limited to, developing and scheduling group and individual activities (e.g. crafts, games, songs, field trips, swimming, canoeing, etc.); attendance record keeping; incident reports; keeping the site clean; and safety enforcement.
• Performs duties necessary to provide leadership to Camp Counselors and Campers.
• Responsible to communicate with parents and/or guardians regarding disciplinary issues and progress and incidents reporting, as well as keeping Supervisor up to date on all communication and/or activities regarding the program, program personnel, and participants.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED