Camp Counselor

DEFINITION / GENERAL PURPOSE:

Responsible for the supervision of a recreational day camp for youth.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Under the general supervision of the Recreation Specialist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Attendance is an essential job function.

Assist and participates in daily camp activities and weekly trips including swimming, hiking, sports, games, and other summer children's activities scheduled throughout camp (e.g. when at the lake or swimming pool, counselors are in the water, swimming and playing with the campers, while providing active supervision).

Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning, and leading those as assigned.

Camp counselors must supervise campers, ensuring proper attention to health, happiness, discipline and safety.

Must be able to follow directions.

Physically and mentally capable of supervising groups of children.

Responsible for administering first aid according to prescribed procedures and notifying emergency medical personnel when necessary.

Teaches a variety of activities based on individual abilities and needs of the camp.

Responsible for reporting all accidents or safety issues immediately to supervisor.

Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging participation.

Confer with management to discuss and resolve participant complaints.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES:

Must be able to work afternoons and evenings.

Performs other essential duties as assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or GED equivalent.

6 (six) months of related experience is preferred.

CPR and First Aid Certification, or ability to obtain prior to start of camp.

Valid Texas Driver's License prior to employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of recreational programming and specials events is preferred.

Knowledge of day camp operations, scheduling, training, and use of computers and related software is preferred.

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.

Ability to maintain good working relationships with coworkers and the general public through use of effective communication skills.

Ability to work well with others and have a good/pleasant attitude.

Ability to work outdoors for extended hours

Ability to observe camper behavior, assesses behavior for appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.

Skill in First Aid and CPR

Ability to work and communicate with young children and co-workers. A positive attitude is a must!

Excellent organizational skills and strong written and verbal communication skills with all age groups.

Good interpersonal skills

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview, reference check, criminal background checks, and drug screens are required. Job related tests may also be required.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Recreational and sports equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.