Salary: $18.53 - $21.01 Hourly
Location : Arvada, CO
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: LLC2405
Department: Youth/Teen
Opening Date: 05/06/2024
Closing Date: 6/5/2024 5:00 PM Mountain
Position Summary, Duties and Responsibilities
The Day Camp Lead Counselor is responsible for providing supervision, instruction, and ongoing assistance to the Camp Staff. Camp Lead will facilitate, develop, and implement a daily program for Day Camp. A primary function of this role is to ensure that the daily routine and program plan are communicated throughout the entire staff. The Day Camp Lead Counselor will assign tasks (set up/take down of equipment/supplies, etc.); assign staff to supervise campers daily and on field trips; assign staff to assist in the implementation of activities; follow protocol regarding handling of behaviors and special needs; support staff that need to administer all medical protocols; communicate all pertinent issues affecting programs to the all Staff; establish good rapport with families of the program campers as well as keeping them informed about concerns affecting the campers.
The daily schedule will vary between 6:30 am and 6:30 pm
Monday through Friday from May 28 through August 9th
Parent meeting at Secrest Recreation Center may be held May 7, 2024
Parent meeting at the Apex Center may be held on May 8, 2024
Parent meeting at Fitzmorris Elementary School may be held on May 9th
Job Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age
  
• Will receive CPR/first aid, Medication Administration, and Universal Precautions certification required within 90 days of hire.
  
• Must complete up to 15 hours of training before May 28, 2024.
  
• Must have a satisfactory review with the Central Registry of Child Protection.
  
• Provide three references.
  
• Preferred:21 years of age
  
• Valid Colorado driver's license, appropriate insurance coverage, and clean driving record for the past three years.
  
• Have the ability to drive a 12-passenger van with a clean driving record.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma required.
  
• Experience taking care of children ages 5 to 12 years is required in a public atmosphere.
  
• Must have customer service experience and good conflict management skills.
  
• Knowledge of youth games, activities, and arts and crafts projects is also desired.
  
• Ability to be on your feet for 6-8 hours and lift 40lbs.

Work Environment
The noise level in the environment is moderate to loud. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including summer sun and temperatures. Work will be performed in both indoor and outdoor environments. Occasional travel by automobile is required to reach a recreation activity site away from the Recreation Center.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, to apply. Our organization values the unique perspectives and experiences that a diverse workforce brings, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Apex Park and Recreation District is on a mission to enhance the health of our community - socially, emotionally, and physically. And the key to executing this vision? An amazing collection of talented, passionate, enthusiastic, and downright fun employees who work together as a team. If you value service to your community, providing top-notch facilities and programming for a diverse, multi-generational customer base, and think that play is just as important as work, we want you on Team Apex. For part-time employees we offer a wellness program that includes free drop-in access to Apex facilities and opportunities for discounts on leagues and programs.