Camp Counselor

JOB TITLE:                Camp Counselor

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation – Recreation

FLSA STATUS:   Non-Exempt

HOURLY RATE: $15-16:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Parks & Recreation Department, this position helps direct the activities of children who are enrolled in the O'Fallon Summer Camp Program, Camp Cavins (6-12yr olds), Camps (6-13yr olds), & Camp Choo Choo (3-5yr olds). This involves significant interaction with children and helping to maintain a safe, high quality summer camp program through recreational, educational and enrichment activities.

ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

Encourage children to participate in group activities.

• Assist campers with various activities, mealtimes, participating in events or projects, cleaning up from projects, etc.

Daily set-up and cleaning of activity area and recreational equipment as needed.

• Help to maintain a quality summer recreation program for the individual participant and for the unit, keeping in mind the needs of each individual child.

Enforcing the safety rules in the camp and knowing where the campers are at all times.

• Lead campers in fire drills and emergency procedures as required

Promote a positive environment and under the guidance of a supervisor, handle discipline issues as they arise.

• Provide Department assistance as needed.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILTIES:

Ability to remain calm when dealing with various situations and make decisions that follows camp policy.

The ability to understand and comply with workplace rules and policies.

Must be able to work and cooperate with others, resolve problems, and possess a positive attitude while contributing to and maintaining a safe, productive, and respectful work environment.

Must always represent the department in a positive and professional manner and serve as a reliable source of information about department programs and activities.

Ability to act as a role model for young children.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to understand and follow oral &/or written instructions.

Ability to express maturity in thought, work habits and responsibility.

Ability to establish and maintain effective & courteous working relationships with youth, their parents, other park staff, community organization partners and the general public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work outdoors for long period of time.

Ability to stand or sit for an extended period.

Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and twist both ways.

Ability to run or jog at a moment’s notice.

Ability to lift 25 lbs without assistance.

MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Previous experience working with youth is a plus

PREFERRED QUALFICATIONS:

CPR/AED & First Aid certified, or the ability to become certified

Questions about the work can be directed to Patrick Christensen, pchristensen@ofallon.org

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT:

The City of O’Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.