Nature Center Day Camp Counselor
About The Position
The Counselor is responsible for assisting the Day Camp Site Supervisor and/or Day Camp Coordinator, with the day-to-day planning, organizing, and implementation of all aspects of the camps, and supervision and safety of campers and volunteers. This is an at-will position. Other duties and responsibilities include: Help the Site Supervisor develop weekly lesson plans to cover basic activities for the class. Interact with the children in both one on one and group activities. Assist in record keeping with sign-in/sign-out, Epact, taking attendance, collecting permission slips, keeping each child’s information sheet up to date, and filling out accident/incident reports as needed. Assist in finding a substitute when ill or absent. Prepare for weekly art projects (cut out items, prepare paint, glue, etc.) Assist in keeping facility, supplies and equipment clean and safe by reporting breakage and safety problems. Assist in clean up and straightening up of room before, during and after each session. Comply with the District’s Dress Code by coming to work in clean, presentable clothing and wearing an employee name tag. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent
- Must be at least 17 years of age
- Must have current CPR and First Aid training or willing to receive it through the Park District before the start date
- Should have an outgoing personality with good interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working with children preferred
- Interest in education, environmental science or recreation as a possible career goal preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist Day Camp Site Supervisor and/or Day Camp Coordinator
- Help develop weekly lesson plans
- Interact with children in one on one and group activities
- Assist in record keeping
- Assist in finding a substitute when ill or absent
- Prepare for weekly art projects
- Assist in keeping facility, supplies and equipment clean and safe
- Comply with the District’s Dress Code
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- In exchange for your time and talent, part-time employees may Select ONE of the following single memberships: Ski & Snow Boarding Season Pass LIFECENTER (includes Splash Central) Apple Orchard Golf Course Bartlett Aquatic Center PLUS applicable facility and program discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
