EnviroVentures Summer Camp Supervisor - Atlanta, United States - Piedmont Park Conservancy

    Piedmont Park Conservancy
    Piedmont Park Conservancy Atlanta, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    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 Manager of School and Camp Programsto develop camp programming during 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

    Maintain reporting system through evaluation dispersal and collection

    Produce parent updates.

    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

    Serve as leader at the pool; staff must dress out and participate, but not act as lifeguards.

    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)

    12Camp 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 mid May (flexible start date)-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.

    To apply, please email the following items to Maya Kowalski ([dot]org)

    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

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