CAMP COUNSELOR

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision and direction of the Site Director and Recreation Supervisor, the camp counselor/recreation leader will assist with the planning, directing, implementation, and evaluation of programs and 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".

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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 (camp site 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.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• 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