What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nature Center Day Camp Counselor position at BARTLETT PARK DISTRICT APPLE ORCHARD GOLF COURSE?
Job Summary:
The Counselor is responsible for assisting the Day Camp Site Supervisor and/or Day Camp Coordinator, with the day-to-day planning, organizing, and implementation of all aspects of the camps, and supervision and safety of campers and volunteers. This is an at-will position. Other duties and responsibilities include:
- Help the Site Supervisor develop weekly lesson plans to cover basic activities for the class.
- Interact with the children in both one on one and group activities.
- Assist in record keeping with sign-in/sign-out, Epact, taking attendance, collecting permission slips, keeping each child’s information sheet up to date, and filling out accident/incident reports as needed.
- Assist in finding a substitute when ill or absent.
- Prepare for weekly art projects (cut out items, prepare paint, glue, etc.)
- Assist in keeping facility, supplies and equipment clean and safe by reporting breakage and safety problems. Assist in clean up and straightening up of room before, during and after each session.
- Comply with the District’s Dress Code by coming to work in clean, presentable clothing and wearing an employee name tag.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School graduate or equivalent and must be at least 17 years of age. Prior experience working with children preferred. Interest in education, environmental science or recreation as a possible career goal preferred. Must have current CPR and First Aid training or willing to receive it through the Park District before the start date. Should have an outgoing personality with good interpersonal skills.
Schedule & Pay:
This is a part-time, hourly, seasonal position. Season runs from May 20 - July 31 with possibility of additional hours August 3 - August 21. Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30AM-3:30PM. Anticipated hiring range is between $15.00 - $15.75 per hour.
Benefits:
In exchange for your time and talent, part-time employees may Select ONE of the following single memberships:
- Ski & Snow Boarding Season Pass
- LIFECENTER (includes Splash Central)
- Apple Orchard Golf Course
- Bartlett Aquatic Center
- PLUS applicable facility and program discounts
Bartlett Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $15 - $16