Recreation Camp Counselor Part-Time

City of Vero Beach • Vero Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, assists City staff in conducting various community recreation programs or specialty area programs. This role involves assisting and supporting City staff or contract instructors in conducting a variety of community recreation programs or classes and/or specialty area programming such as adult or youth athletics, aquatics, after school, summer program, special programs or events including Leisure Square activities, or age appropriate activities including gymnastics and dance. The counselor will assist in planning organized activities for children, may lead and oversee planned activities, and keep score at athletic programs. The position requires adherence to standard operating procedures and safety practices.

Requirements

• Knowledge of City and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of effective customer service principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of sports rules and regulations.
• Ability to plan and participate in recreation programs and activities for target residents, and to work effectively with children of all ages.
• Ability to safely operate assigned equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, children and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Enrolled in High School or High School graduate or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Service as a Junior Staff Volunteer is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists and supports City staff or contract instructors in conducting a variety of community recreation programs or classes and/or specialty area programming.
• Assists in planning organized activities for children.
• May lead and oversee planned activities.
• Keeps score at athletic programs.
• Observes standard operating procedures and safety practices.

What This Job Offers

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