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DESCRIPTION
The Camp Counselor leads and acts as a model to a group of campers in a variety of activities, including sports,
competitive and non-competitive games, songs, crafts, swimming, and field trips. Counselors are responsible for
enforcing Park District rules and ensuring the safety of campers, staff, and the public. Counselors are expected to
lead any of the camp activities named during a typical camp day. Depending on qualifications and experience
counselors may be in one of these camps: Adventure Camp, Sports Camp, Teen Camp, Discovery Camp, Sunshine
Camp, or Tot Camp.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Greet parents and youth as they arrive and assist in making sure that campers are properly signed in and out
Assist in monitoring and maintaining the safety of all campers in daily routines, field trips, or during daily water
park visits
Communicate with parents/guardians about daily activities and camper progress
Play an active role in leading the daily schedule and activities to keep campers excited, safe, and engaged
Initiate spontaneous activities to accommodate agenda conflicts/changes/weather
Assist Lead Counselor in addressing camper behavior/disciplinary issues
Assist in providing excellent customer service and maintaining a positive public image by addressing questions
and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents
Assist in keeping program supplies, equipment, and facility space clean, safe, and organized
Assist with the completion of all paperwork as required
Attend all staff meetings and training programs as required
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 16 years of age
Experience working with children ages K-8th grade
Good skills in planning activities for children
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with children, parents, and staff
Ability to solve problems as they arise
Must be dependable, energetic, and have a positive attitude
Ability to enforce Park District rules and safety practices
Certified in CPR/AED and First Aid is required
HOURS 8:30am-3:00pm Monday Friday
Other
$51k-64k (estimate)
03/19/2023
08/06/2024
bensenvilleparkdistrict.org
Bensenville, IL
25 - 50
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