Summer Playground Camp Counselor - Pittsburgh - Mt. Lebanon

    Mt. Lebanon
    Mt. Lebanon Pittsburgh

    1 day ago

    Description

    IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ FOR ALL RECREATION POSITIONS:
    By State law, all positions that work directly with minors require three background clearances to be obtained prior to the first day of work. You should allow 4-6 weeks to obtain all clearances. If you work for at least one month, we will reimburse for the cost of the clearances ($60.25) that are obtained for you to work for us. Please see for more information.
    2026 summer camps run from June 15 to July 24
    SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR
    REPORTS TO: Camp Supervisor
    GIVES DIRECTION TO: Campers and Volunteers
    NATURE OF WORK
    This seasonal position directs the recreational activities for children in grades k - 3. The camp runs for six weeks in the summer (June 15 to July 24), Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at four of the elementary schools. Work is performed with independent judgment under the general supervision of the Summer Playground Supervisor. This position is not eligible for paid sick hours, due to being a six-week, seasonal position.
    Applicants for playground camp counselor must be at least 15 years of age.
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    • Meets with Camp Supervisor and other camp counselors during In-Service training to develop a themed activity calendar for the summer.
    • Supervises volunteers and children in daily camp activities.
    • Ensures the safety of campers at all times.
    • Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
    OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
    • Performs all other work assigned.
    REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
    • Clear understanding of recreational department activities and procedures.
    • Interpersonal skills
    • Display a knowledge of Basic First-Aid
    • Maintains regular and punctual attendance
    REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
    • Experience organizing youth activities is preferred.
    • CPR/AED and First Aid preferred.
    ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk, bend, stoop; use hands to handle, or feel equipment and supplies. The employee is required to sit at times on the floor or ground with children and reach with hands and arms. The employee will need to be able to stand for long periods of time, up to 3 hours, engage in play with camp participants, and be able to run after the camper if they attempt to leave the camp location. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Requires normal range of hearing, eyesight and verbal communications to record, prepare and communicate appropriate camper activities.
    The above job description reflects the general information deemed necessary to convey the primary functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the position.
    The physical job functions described herein 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.
    This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
    GENERAL DISCLAIMER
    I certify that I have given true and complete information in this application process, and it does not contain falsifications, omissions, or concealment of material fact. If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application, resume, or interview may result in my employment being terminated.
    I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for Mt. Lebanon to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either Mt. Lebanon or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice, unless change by a written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of Mt. Lebanon.
    PLEASE NOTE:
    IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A RESUME, PLEASE COMPLETE AND UPLOAD THIS APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS CAN ALSO BE RECEIVED AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING AT 710 WASHINGTON ROAD, PITTSBURGH, PA 15228, ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES.

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