Summer Camp Director - Counselor in Training Program

Glen Ellyn Park District • Glen Ellyn, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you enjoy interacting with kids and teens? Playing with them, teaching them, and keeping them safe and happy? Are you a teacher or recreation professional? Did you know you could get paid to have FUN? We are seeking a Summer Camp Director for our New Counselor in Training Program designed for teens interested in becoming a camp counselor to build their camp counseling skills and confidence. Come see the impact you can make in a person’s life! Be creative, build leadership skills, and have weekends free!

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction and supervision of the Manager of Early Childhood Services, the Summer Camp Director is responsible for planning and preparing a curriculum for the Counselor in Training Program and participating in camp activities. Camp Director hours will vary from 8am to 3pm Monday through Friday. The position runs for about 6 weeks, to include training scheduled prior to the start of camp and post camp clean up. The Camp Director will work with teens ranging in age from 13-15 years, along with groups of 5-20 campers when doing site visits. The primary focus will be training and coaching the counselors in training as they interact with participants in various camp settings. Additionally, other activities include but are not limited to; administrative preparation for the new program and interacting with participants completing crafts, doing scientific experiments, as well as group games, nature activities, outdoor activities, and much more. Camp Director is expected to interact with Counselors-in-Training and campers throughout their entire shift; lead by example and assist with activities, provide feedback and be a team-player, and ensure campers are always safe. Additional duties may include behavior management, set-up/clean-up of the camp location, and other duties as assigned. This is an at-will position.
Camp Dates: June 15th - July 31st (Three 2-week half day camps - No camp the week of July 4th)
Orientation Dates: Starting in Mid-May with details to follow.
Hours: Monday – Friday availability between 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Spring Ave. Rec. Center, 185 Spring Ave., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

PLEASE NOTE: Expectation is that you will be available for the entire 6-week program with a limit of one week of absence for a scheduled family vacation or similar that should be discussed at time of hire.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Prior experience working with children of multiple ages is required.
• Previous camp or other related experience is also required.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with participants, parents, and the public.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, safety awareness, explain decision-making reasoning, involve appropriate people in decision-making, and make effective yet timely decisions.
• Ability to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Capacity to maintain discretion regarding confidential matters and/or information.
• Proficient in MS Outlook or other email system for communication with the aptitude to learn and use other applications.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certified, or willing to become certified within 30 days of hire. (We will provide)
• Candidates will need to pass a background check following an offer of employment.
• Reliable transportation to and from work is required.
• Able to participate in games, sports, and physical activities including water-based games and activities.
• Able to maintain attention, high level of energy or excitement for extended periods of time.
• Strong voice and listening skills with the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Must have adequate sight to observe participants and identify potential hazards.
• Ability to spend majority of the time outdoors and tolerate a variety of weather conditions including high heat and humidity.

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate will be outgoing, reliable, self-motivated, and creative with a strong interest in working with children.
• Preference given to candidates working towards a degree in education, recreation, or similar field.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing a curriculum for the Counselor in Training Program
• Participating in camp activities
• Training and coaching the counselors in training as they interact with participants in various camp settings
• Administrative preparation for the new program
• Interacting with participants completing crafts, doing scientific experiments, as well as group games, nature activities, outdoor activities, and much more
• Lead by example and assist with activities
• Provide feedback and be a team-player
• Ensure campers are always safe
• Behavior management
• Set-up/clean-up of the camp location
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center and Sunset Pool Individual Membership while actively employed
• (4) Free One-time Use Guest Passes for GEPD facilities (Ackerman/Holes & Knolls/Sunset Pool)
• Flexible schedules and Weekends OFF
• Competitive Wages, paid training and opportunities for additional work
• $50 Referral Bonus for referring a New Employee! Both will receive the Bonus following 30 days of employment and in good standing
• Recognition Incentives All Season
• Letter of Recommendation for college, internships, or future career opportunities
• Plus, you get to work and interact with friends, enjoy the outdoors, and make an impact in someone else’s life!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees