Junior Day Camp Counselor—Canton Activity Crew (Seasonal)

Canton Township•Canton, MI

1d•$15

About The Position

This position is responsible for leading and supervising activities for Canton Activity Crew and for Parks, Recreation and Community Services programs.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16 years old.
Ability to respond to emergencies in a calm and efficient manner.
Ability to clearly communicate procedures, problems and policies with fellow employees and the public tactfully and courteously.
Skill in organizing self and others; ability to self-start in discharging responsibilities.
Ability to work a variety of shifts, including afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Ability to work outdoors in variety of weather conditions for long periods of time.
Must obtain CPR/AED and first aid certification within 30 days of employment.
Presents a professional image, in person and by telephone.
Knowledge of the facilities, equipment and supplies required by the assigned area.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with youth of varying ages preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in the planning, supervision and coordination of participants and activities.
Assists in coordination of setup, teardown, and cleanup of programs and events.
Supervises and monitors Canton Activity Crew participants engaging in registered Canton Activity Crew camp experiences.
Supervises and monitors recreation program or event participants engaging in Community Development programming at a variety of recreation areas and facilities.
Greets and interacts with participants, families and community members in a positive and friendly manner and provides excellent customer service.
Ensures safety rules, policies, regulations and procedures are followed by program participants.
Responsible for the enforcement of departmental rules and regulations, operating procedures, and policies.
Responsible for facilities and equipment appearance and cleanliness, including detection and reporting of property and equipment defects.
Maintains accurate reports, including, but not limited to, accident and incident reports.
Attends all staff meetings and trainings as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.