EnviroVentures Summer Camp Supervisor - Atlanta, United States - Spelman College

Description

Job Title:
EnviroVentures Summer Camp Supervisor at Piedmont Park Conservancy

Reports To:
Manager of School and Camp Programs

SUMMARY
Camp Supervisors are responsible for supervising, motivating, and acting as role models to camp counselors and camp participants.

Supervisors also act as liaisons between counselors and Piedmont Park Conservancy staff, and are the "face" of the camp program to parents and guardians.

Supervisors split the day with overlapping schedules to share supervisory responsibilities. 2024 Summer Camp dates are June 3-July 26. Supervisors start earlier to prepare for the camp season.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Work with the Manager of School and Camp Programs to develop camp programming during the month leading up to Camp.

Supervise and coordinate group scheduling.
Run lead on either drop-off check in or pick-up check-out
Participate in pool supervision
Serve as leader at the pool; staff must dress out and participate, but not act as lifeguards.
Maintain reporting system through evaluation dispersal and collection
Manage assigned weekly activities focusing on environmental education, recreation, and arts and crafts throughout each week.
Monitor daily attendance, group roster, camper medication needs, and any changes
Complete written reports of camper behavior and incidents as needed
Build and maintain good morale in all camp groups
Facilitate proper group behavior in all aspects of camp
Maintain a positive attitude toward campers, fellow staff, supervisors, and the camp program
Promote a positive team environment for camp staff
Model promptness, manners, language, appearance and health for camp participants and parents
Model respect and care for the environment and the grounds of Piedmont Park
Demonstrate a love for nature and science and an enthusiasm for sharing it with camp staff and campers
Performs other related duties as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
(shared with co-supervisors)
12 Camp Counselors
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
At least 21 years of age
Experience working with children in an educational setting
Experience working with a team of staff in a busy setting
Experience or training significant for camp programming
OTHER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE OR CERTIFICATIONS
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong work ethic and follow through
Good judgment and leadership skills
Ability to adapt to changing needs and circumstances

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to work outdoors all day in hot, humid conditions
Ability to walk up to 4 miles a day and lift up to 50lbs

EFFECT ON END RESULT
Camp programs will operate smoothly and be carried out successfully. Participants will enjoy a safe, educational, and rewarding experience.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION
This position is seasonal and temporary from May 27-July 26th working 40 hours per week throughout the workweek (M-F).

As a temporary employee you will not be eligible to participate in any (PPC) benefit plans and programs, including group medical.

Piedmont Park Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PPC is dedicated to building a culturally diverse staff and we encourage applications from all races, religions, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.

This position pays $17.00-$19.00/hr. Hourly rate will be calculated based on years of relevant experience and education.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please email the following items to Maya Kowalski:
Resume
Cover letter that includes the following details:

Why you want to be a camp supervisor
Why you think you would excel as a camp supervisor
Why you are interested in working with children

Contact information for three references

Email these items to:
Maya Kowalski
Manager of School and Camp Programs
Piedmont Park Conservancy

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