What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor position at City of Hammond?
Summer Camp Counselor
SALARY $11.00 - 15.00 Hourly LOCATION Hammond, LA
JOB TYPE Seasonal JOB NUMBER 2020-1-27 Holiday Camp Counsel
DEPARTMENT Recreation OPENING DATE 01/24/2025
SALARY $11.00 - 15.00 Hourly LOCATION Hammond, LA
JOB TYPE Seasonal JOB NUMBER 2020-1-27 Holiday Camp Counsel
DEPARTMENT Recreation OPENING DATE 01/24/2025
CLOSING DATE 05/03/025 8:50 AM Central
Description
Summer Camp COUNSELOR
The Summer Camp Counselor's primary location will be at the Hammond recreation Center, responsible for assisting with organization, planning, leading and teacl1ing of one or more activity classes of the camping program including: nature study, arts and crafts, sports, games, music, special features, events or field trips.
Position Runs from 05/19/2025 to 08/01/2025
Examples of Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Typical Qualifications
Education Required
Successful completion of 2 years College, preferably in Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education or related discipline desired; High School Graduation and sufficient experience working with youth may be substituted
Additional Requirements
Ability to direct and actively participate in activities with 10 to 15 active children between 5-14 years old; must be an experience and active swimmer; Ability to communicate clear and concisely work with campers, staff, parents, and general public.
Leadership skills to include the ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm to the recreation staff, participants, and
Description
Summer Camp COUNSELOR
The Summer Camp Counselor's primary location will be at the Hammond recreation Center, responsible for assisting with organization, planning, leading and teacl1ing of one or more activity classes of the camping program including: nature study, arts and crafts, sports, games, music, special features, events or field trips.
Position Runs from 05/19/2025 to 08/01/2025
Examples of Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting with organization, planning, leading and teaching of one or more activity classes of the camping program including: nature study, arts and crafts, sports, games, music, special features, events or field trips
- Acting as advisor, counselor, and go to person for the group of participants
- Communicating, enforcing, and adhering to rules and regulations for operation, safety and welfare of participants
- Reporting to supervisor on activities, participants, plans, programs, problems and needs: recommending action, carrying our policies and objectives of programs
- Maintaining appropriate records, inventories, making report
Typical Qualifications
Education Required
Successful completion of 2 years College, preferably in Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education or related discipline desired; High School Graduation and sufficient experience working with youth may be substituted
Additional Requirements
Ability to direct and actively participate in activities with 10 to 15 active children between 5-14 years old; must be an experience and active swimmer; Ability to communicate clear and concisely work with campers, staff, parents, and general public.
Leadership skills to include the ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm to the recreation staff, participants, and
parents; Ability to make mature decisions affecting the safety and well-being of children; Skilled and active participation in varied sports/recreation activities such as bowling, skating, field games, etc.
Supplemental information
Supplemental information
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
The City of Hammond is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Agency Address
City of Hammond 219 E Robert St
Hammond, Louisiana, 70401
Phone Website
985-277-5629 http://www.hammond.orgCity of Hammond 219 E Robert St
Hammond, Louisiana, 70401
Phone Website
Salary : $11 - $15