After Camp Recreation Counselor

DEPARTMENT: Recreation

CLASSIFICATION: Seasonal Part Time

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

The Wilmette Park District offers Summer Short-term staff the following benefits: Individual Seasonal Beach and Pool Pass, One (1) parking decal for Gillson Beach (over 16 years of age only), Individual Center Fitness Club Membership for June – August for the year of employment.

After Camp Recreation Counselor Job Summary

The After Camp Rec Counselor role is responsible for overseeing an assigned group of 8-10 children each day to create projects, lead games, and supervise campers in scheduled weekly activities. Weekly activities may include, but are not limited to, sports and games, free swim, beach visits, other outside activities, and chaperoning field trips. Candidates must be at least sixteen (16) years of age or older by the start date.

Recreation Programs Division summer camps include full-day childcare, general-interest day camp, and specialty (art, theatre, dance, sports) day camps. Based on the needs, supervisory staff will assign camp placement based on counselor preference and availability. Additional questions within the application process will be used to assist with the camp placement process.

This camp runs for ten (10) consecutive weeks from June 8 – August 14. Candidates must be available to work Monday through Friday from 2:15- 6:15 p.m. for the duration of the camp. After Camp Rec serves children in kindergarten through 8th grade and hosts three locations, including the Community Recreation Center, Gillson/Lakeview Center, and District 39 Elementary/Jr. High School (TBD).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintain good communication with parents, children, and Park District staff

• Actively support the agency’s risk management protocol that will effectively control and reduce accidents

• Obey the practical safety rules, regulations, and procedures established by the Safety Committee

• Promptly report all unsafe actions, practices, or conditions to the immediate supervisor

• Perform other related duties as assigned based on agency needs

• Become familiar with safety procedures, including, but not limited to, fire, severe weather and evacuation procedures

• Prepare incident reports when needed

• Responsible for the care and upkeep of all camp equipment

• Maintain the safety of campers at all times

• Attend and participate in required safety training

• Supervise campers at the camp site, create and implement weekly lesson plans, and prepare materials for distribution

• Responsible for administering minor first aid if needed

• Attend all camp orientation sessions and work the full nine weeks of the camp session

• Responsible for the safe arrival and dismissal of campers

• Adhere to a complete curriculum set by the camp director

• Follow through with all other duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor

• Monitor the learn/play environment for safety hazards

• Maintain close supervision of children when assisting in programs

Required Skills/Abilities (Technology, Mathematical, Language):

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Excellent verbal skills and the ability to communicate professionally with parents/guardians and other Park District staff

• Possess sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of personality types

• Ability to work independently and as a team member

• Skilled in problem-solving, creating contingency plans, and handling emergencies

• Organizational skills, attention to detail, initiative, and independence

• Actively contribute to the Park Districts’ sustainability goals

Safety Responsibilities:

• Actively support the safety program that will effectively control and reduce accidents

• Obey all Park District and departmental safety rules, regulations and procedures established by the Wilmette Park District safety program that are pertinent to the activities conducted at the facility and property

• Promptly report all unsafe actions, practices or conditions to the immediate supervisor

• Attend and participate in required safety training

• Review all accident and incident reports that occur under area of responsibility and send to Human Resources/Risk Management division

• Responsible for administering minor first aid if needed

• Monitor the learn/play environment for safety hazards

Education and/or Experience:

• At least 16 years of age or older

• A minimum of one year of related experience

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Ability to work in all climates and weather

• Must be comfortable getting into a large body of water if applicable

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at any given time

• Tolerate a moderate to high noise level at times

• Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and push/pull and carry objects

Required Certificates/Licenses/Registrations:

• None

Salary : $16