Hobo Jungle CAMP COUNSELOR

Job DetailsJob Location: Flossmoor, IL 60422Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $16.00 HourlyJOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision and direction of the Site Director and Recreation Supervisor, the camp Hobo Jungle counselor/recreation leader will assist with the planning, directing, implementation, and evaluation of programs and activities.

Hobo Jungle Camp is a hands-on, project-based camp

experience:

where creativity meets construction. Campers design and build imaginative projects using wood, hammers, nails, and other basic tools. Our program encourages teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence through safe, supervised building activities. The H-F Park District’s mission statement is “to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities, and parks while caring for the environment”.

The Part-Time Camp Counselor plays a key role in guiding campers through the design and construction process. Counselors will support campers in building, modifying, and sometimes tearing down projects, while ensuring a safe and engaging environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and helping young people bring their ideas to life.

Hours: 8:00 am -12:00 pm M-F ESSENTIAL JOB

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist campers in using tools such as hammers, nails, and basic woodworking equipment safely - Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.
• Assist with the planning, directing, implementation, and evaluation of camp programs and activities.
• Plan, direct, and participate in camp activities including arts and crafts, games, sports, and nature activities.
• Guide, direct, and motivate campers.
• Provide a safe environment for all campers.
• Be cordial and courteous to the public.
• Inform Site Director of all camp happenings.
• Assist with record keeping, including attendance, accident, and emergency forms.
• Attend all staff meetings (campsite and camp-wide).
• Adhere to the policies and procedures as outlined in the staff manuals and trainings.
• Other related

job duties:

as assigned.

COGNITIVE:

SKILLS:

REQUIRED: - Ability to learn new tasks quickly.

• Ability to recall details necessary to perform the job.
• Demonstrate composure to concentrate on key job expectations.
• Is responsible and dependable.
• Demonstrates cooperation, courtesy and consideration when working with others.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Seeks to continually improve performance.
• Ability to understand role and make appropriate contributions to the team.
• Ability to work independently, in a group, and with or without continued direction.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

AND TRAINING: - Comfortable working with wood, basic tools, and physical activity - Must be at least 16 years old. -

Experience:

working with children.

• CPR/AED Certification or the willingness to become certified.

PHYSICAL:

REQUIREMENTS:

STANDING: Frequent SITTING: Minimal – on bus for field trips WALKING: Frequent LIFTING: Supplies, no more than 50 lbs. STOOPING: Frequent REACHING: Occasional CLIMBING: Minimal VERBAL: Group communication, one-on-one, give directions VISION: Safety, write, read Part-Time

Benefits:

Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena Individual Lions pool pass 20% off (1) facility rental/year 20% off birthday party package for child(ren) 20% off program fees Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing) 457 Retirement Plan Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).

Additional

benefits:

for facility employees only. Paid CPR/AED training and certification. Paid Leave Time Off