Day Camp Counselor- Summer

Oversees and conducts activities and planned programs for the Flower Mound Day Camp.

• Assists in the programs and activities for each day of summer camp.
• Assists in coordination of arts, crafts, games, swimming, drama, gym games, etc.
• Prepares for field trips, special events, and special projects.
• Supervises all camp children and volunteers.
• Receives payments for day camp fees.
• Informs Supervisor of all work activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
•Must be at least 17 years of age.
•Must have a valid state issued driver's license and driving record must be in compliance with Town policy.

EDUCATION:
•An Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent majoring in Education, Physical Education, or Recreation is preferred.
•Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE:
•Experience in summer camp, day care, church camp, public recreation, and/or outdoor activities is required.

Must be able to work every day of camp
Camp dates: May 27- August 8
Camp details: Monday- Friday 7am - 6pm 
40 hour work week

Must submit to and pass a post-offer, non-regulated drug test and thorough background checks (including criminal history).

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
•Must have general working knowledge of sports activities (softball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, tennis), arts and crafts, environmental sciences, cultural arts, etc.
•Must have skills in organizing, supervising, and disciplining children; and creating a positive camp environment.
•Must have the ability to work effectively with children 6-12 years of age, teenage, and adult volunteers.
•Must be able to make good, quick, and sound decisions in emergency situations.
•Must maintain a pleasant and friendly personality at all times.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
•Must be able to read, speak, see, hear, and write.
•Must be able to participate in various sports and recreational activities; work in an outdoor setting exposed to heat, dust, wind, insects, noxious plants, and snakes; have the ability to lift loaded ice chests and items up to 50 lbs.; stoop, walk, bend, run, throw, climb, and swim.