EPIC Counselor - Veterans Memorial Park

Responsible recreation leadership work at a summer recreation program site designed for special needs children. Responsible for the safety, planning and recreational activities for a group of high functioning special needs children (ages 8-15). Provide supervision and guidance for daily onsite activities and off-site field trips. Plan, prepare and lead daily art, crafts, drama, music, sports and other activities. Communicate clearly with special needs children, parents and public. Work with Inclusive Support Leader to provide mild accommodations so that all children may participate in group activities. Intervene in negative behavior and manage by taking corrective action and reinforce positive behavior. Learn the individual needs of your campers and follow the care plan that may be provided by the parent, guardian, school personnel or Inclusive Support Leader. Must actively participate in games and activities with the campers.  Lift and carry equipment or campers up to 50 pounds, pull and push heavy items.

• Possesses maturity and proven leadership ability.  
• Ability to control a room and communicate clearly to a group of children. 
• Ability to identify a child's need and take corrective action to minimize group disruption. 
• Ability be able to engage children in activities and promote a positive experience for all campers.

PHYSICAL SKILLS:  Must be able to bend, stoop and squat frequently.  Have the auditory, physical and visual abilities to help campers during critical incidents and emergencies.  Lift and carry equipment or campers up to 50 pounds, pull and push heavy items.  Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.   

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Possession of a high school diploma or GED.  Experience with teaching/coaching/leading group activities. Experienced with special needs instruction preferred. Experienced with summer day camp programs preferred.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:  Valid CPR and First Aid certificates are preferred.  

Must successfully pass a background check before camp starts.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:  Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:  All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:  Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.