Lead Summer Camp Counselor

Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District • Littleton, CO

4d • $21

About The Position

Campers enjoy active games, science, art, cooking, team building and more! Weekly schedules include swimming, tennis lessons, nature walks, and field trips to local and metro-area attractions, including zoos, candy factories, trampoline parks, and more. The Lead Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for developing their assigned camp’s weekly and daily curriculum following a set schedule, and leading the implementation of activities and providing daily support. We have two school-age camp locations. The Ranch House summer camp is a recreation-based summer camp split into 3 age groups Lions (ages 10-12), Bears (ages 7-9), and Hoots (ages 5-6). The Dakota Lodge is a nature-based camp split into 2 age groups Frogs (ages 8-12) and Tadpoles (ages 5-7). Each age group has its own Lead Summer Camp Counselor. Dependent on preferences and staffing needs, the applicant would be placed at one of the two camp locations.

Requirements

• Must be program leader qualified which requires the program leader to be at least 18 years of age, demonstrate ability to work with children, have a minimum of three months (460 hours) of full-time or equivalent part-time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children.
• Flexible and positive in an intense and dynamic work environment; utilizes creative problem solving within a sometimes challenging environment; ability to make quick, rational decisions in situations affecting the safety and wellbeing of program participants and possess the ability to carry out such decisions.
• Availability to comply with the summer time-off policy, allowing no more than five days off.
• Ability to work a schedule that includes up to 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, and up to 30 hours of pre-summer planning
• Knowledge, understanding, and application of positive classroom management techniques.
• Be highly organized, punctual, flexible, and demonstrate compassion and patience.
• Effective and clear written and oral communicator with a variety of audiences including staff, parents, and supervisors.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language at a level adequate to perform the job.
• Understands the general philosophy of public recreation agencies and adheres to the organization’s mission.
• Develop and maintain relationships with District employees, volunteers, the community, public agencies, and the private sector.
• Possess, or ability to obtain, valid First Aid and CPR certifications upon hire as well as all applicable licensing requirements and certifications.
• Medication administration certification, or ability to acquire certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Possess or ability to obtain a valid Colorado driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and be insurable by the District's carrier.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Qualified to drive a District 14-passenger mini bus with passengers which requires the Lead Counselor to be at least 20 years of age, have a valid driver's license, pass an MVR, and be willing and able to drive the bus.
• Able to drive a 14 passenger mini bus and other applicable vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing and planning 10 to 11 weeks of an age-specific summer camp including weekly theme and the activities (games, crafts, etc.) to add to the daily schedule template
• Facilitates and leads assigned camp through the daily activity schedule
• Leads and supports camp staff daily; organize and lead a team of up to 10-15 students in small, age-specific group activities in both an indoor and outdoor settings
• Works well with a team of staff to implement curriculum, lead large group games, hikes, and activities
• Transports camp participants utilizing a District 14-passenger bus
• Maintains a safe environment for program participants and ensure that proper safety precautions are being followed during program, field trips, and all excursions.
• Follows the District’s philosophy of behavior management which includes positive reinforcement and redirection.
• Communicates effectively, professionally, and regularly with the supervisor, teammates, and families through verbal and written communication.
• Attends staff meetings, trainings, and other applicable activities and meets all deadlines; keeps up to date with all required certifications.
• Consistently promotes a positive, professional image of the District and provides excellent customer service at all times.

Benefits

• All employees are required to contribute to a MissionSquare retirement account in lieu of Social Security. Seasonal employees contribute 6.2% with the District matching 6.2%
• All employees are eligible to participate in a voluntary 457 or a Roth IRA account
• All employees enjoy recreational benefits to outdoor swimming pools, an indoor fitness center, and open space trails

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed