- Organize and lead a variety of small and large group activities each week. Activities may include crafts, nature, songs, games, and much more.
- Facilitate activities with children ages 4 to 12 in an engaging manner with positive leadership.
- Foster appropriate behavior among campers and handle inappropriate behavior promptly.
- Provide direct supervision to campers at all times.
- Respond to and take care of circumstances requiring first aid.
- Act as a role model for children ages 4 to 12, display appropriate behavior, and create safe, inclusive environment for all campers and staff.
- Perform general cleaning duties. Duties include but are not limited to: trash pick-up, mopping, sweeping, and bathroom disinfection.
- Follow all rules, policies, and procedures outlined in City of San Angelo policies and procedures handbook.
- Keeping up with and maintaining accurate camp records such as incident and accident reports, daily attendance, checking-in and checking-out.
- Enforce camp rules and safety regulations.
- Maintain positive public relations with the parents and the general public at all times.
- Perform all other various duties assigned by Camp Coordinators and Recreation Supervisors.
- Schedule could include up to 40 hours per week. Hours will vary, Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, and occasional weekends.
- Position is seasonal.
- Regular and timely attendance is required.
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Daycare or childcare experience preferred.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of indoor and outdoor recreational games, activities, etc.
- CPR and First Aid certification required - must be able to obtain before camp start date.
- Reliable transportation is required or a valid driver license with a good driving record.
- Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
- Outdoor environment; work in inclement weather.
- Work with children in both indoor and outdoor settings.
- Will be required to work in or with water and/or a pool environment.
- Continuous sitting, standing, walking for long periods of time.
- Noise level in work environment can be moderately loud.
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SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR
3 weeks ago
City of San Angelo Texas San Angelo, United StatesPosition will be open until filled. · GENERAL PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Camp Coordinator, this position is responsible for planning, leading, implementing, and supervising programs and events for camp children. The position is responsible for creating a safe environmen ...
SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR - San Angelo, United States - City of San Angelo Texas
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition will be open until filled.
GENERAL PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Camp Coordinator, this position is responsible for planning, leading, implementing, and supervising programs and events for camp children. The position is responsible for creating a safe environment in which camp children will have fun, learn, and grow in skill achievement. The role requires an individual who can be a positive role model to these children, teaching them through physical education and recreation experience the values of respect and responsibility.
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Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.