POSITION TITLE: DAY CAMP DIRECTOR

COMPENSATION: $20/hr (35 to 40 hrs/wk)

PERIOD: JUNE TO END OF AUGUST

Camp Director Summary

As Camp Director, you will be responsible for the operations of Plainville Recreation’s Summer Camp program throughout the summer. Key responsibilities include day-to-day logistics and operations of Plainville summer camp programs, parent communication, creating a safe and welcoming environment, solving all parent, youth and staff issues or challenges, facilitating camp activities, and planning a daily schedule.

Camp Director Qualities • Ability to work with children ages 7 to 12 • Knowledge of camp program and planning • Ability to always promote safety and well-being of campers • Prior experience working with children in a leadership position • Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations • CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a camp culture that focuses on offering all campers, staff, and visitors a welcoming, safe, encouraging environment

• Oversee the daily operation of the summer camp including camper and staff supervision, and health care

• Must be a mandated reporter and report all reportable issues to the DCF. Set an example for a high standard of care for the children and customer service for their parents. Manage any issues that may arise including, but not limited to, camper behavior issues, parent complaints, etc.

• Work with youth and parents to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all

• Supervise seasonal staff and set clear expectations for staff and create a positive, teamoriented environment

• Create, manage, and maintain communications with parents, campers, staff, and volunteers.

• Ensure that all records, materials, and equipment are accounted for and securely stored at the end of the season

• Work with group of campers and provide a fun, safe and exciting camp experience

• Greet families and campers upon arrival and orientate them to camp • Establish emergency rules and safety procedures with campers and staff

• Manage parent expectations by knowing your campers and conversing with parents at pick-up and drop-off times

• Plan daily camp schedule and activities

• Help shop for camp supplies, staying within supply budget provided by Plainville Recreation

• Check in with the Recreation Coordinator to update them on your camp and any issues you may be encountering

• Work with Recreation Coordinator to ensure camp meets parent and camper needs

Qualifications

• Current CPR and First Aid certifications

• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written

• Ability to take initiative, be highly organized, effectively communicate, and manage groups

• Must be computer literate, creative, a team player and able to multitask

• Must have the ability to function effectively in the context of a team setting Physical

Requirements

• Some lifting and carrying required of objects up to 50 lbs

• Regular standing and/or walking, along with the need to bend, reach and kneel

Valid Driver's License

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications are available in the Human Resources Department, Room 300, Municipal Center, One Central Square, Plainville, CT 06062 or visit our Town of Plainville website at www.plainvillect.com. Application, cover letter, resume and a copy of school transcript (if applicable) can be mailed to the address above, or emailed to humanresources@plainville-ct.gov. Accepting applications until position is filled.

For more information on the position please contact Courtney Hewett, Recreation Director at hewett@plainville-ct.gov

The Town of Plainville is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person