Assistant Camp Director

2 weeks ago


Zion, Illinois, United States Mirador Full time
Status of Employment: Part-Time/Seasonal

Supervised by: Superintendent of Recreation

General Statement of Duties: Plans, organizes, implements, leads, and assist in Shiloh, Adventure and Action camp programs and activities; does related work as required.

Distinguishing Features of the Position: The Assistant Camp Director shall be responsible for assisting the Camp Director in the organization and leadership of the camp programs. Responsible for planning, organizing and implementing the day to day camp activities specific to the program.

Qualifications of Required knowledge and abilities: Completion of a standard High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be 21 years of age. Some college level credits in child care related classes or any equivalent combination of experiences and training which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must be able to make good decision following Park District policy and procedures. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Enthusiasm and passion or good work and continuous improvement. The individual must have strong customer service, and organizational skills along with the ability to interact with parents, campers and other staff in a professional, courteous and helpful manner.

Hours: This position will work an average of 20-25 hours per week. Monday through Friday, during the hours of 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Some evening hours required based on special event programing for the camp may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities - Essentials Functions - not limited to the following:
  • Arrives on time, in uniform and ready to work, as scheduled.
  • Leads, directs, and assists in the development and execution of programs and activities.
  • Effectively communicates, both verbally and in writing with supervisor, staff and parents.
  • Plans monthly lesson plans, snack schedule and newsletter.
  • Plans age- appropriate activities for students ages kindergarten thru 8th grade.
  • Compiles a daily log for use in disciplinary matters, if needed.
  • Supervises the daily maintenance of classroom including sanitizing tables and toys, putting supplies and toys in designated places.
  • Use appropriate and positive discipline with campers.
  • Attendance at staff meetings.
  • Takes a daily attendance, ensure all children attending are on roster for each program.
  • Service a daily snack, following all safety guidelines. Follows all Northern Bank reporting requirements.
  • Responsible to keep accurate account of all supplies and equipment in classroom.
  • Obtains classroom supplies as needed for camp.
  • Transport students in Park District vans or busses when appropriate.
  • Trains Camp Counselors and evaluates them at end of year.
  • Plans appropriate fieldtrips for camp, including in-house events at pool and garden.
Requirements

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Seeing: To observe participants during programming, to be aware of safety concerns during programs.
  • Hearing: For safety awareness in programs, to communicate with the public in person and over the phone.
  • Speaking: To communicate with participants, parents, staff, volunteers and the public, to convey program and safety policies and procedures to staff and participants.
  • Sitting: To perform office tasks at desk, to sit in vehicle. To sit with participants on floor.
  • Standing: To supervise a program, to lead an active program, to speak to a group of participants, staff, parents or volunteers.
  • Walking To accompany participants from activity areas.
  • Fingering: To perform office tasks with the, computer, telephone, and writing utensil.
  • Running: To retrieve a runaway participant or hurry to prevent an accident or incident from occurring, to demonstrate the act of running in a program.
  • Lifting: To carry supplies to storage or program sites, to transfer a person with physical disability at a program. (up to 50 pounds)
  • Stooping: To clean up an activity area after program use.
  • Pulling/Pushing: To open and close file drawers, to open and close supply closets, to assist campers in program.
  • Climbing: To climb stairs at facilities.
Cognitive Considerations
  • Ability to comprehend written and verbal communications.
  • Ability to recognize and demonstrate sound safety measures.
  • Ability to reason; process information and make informed rational judgements.
Environmental Considerations
  • Works primarily in a climate controlled environment.
  • Some assignments would require exposure to a wide range of weather and environmental conditions.
Safety

Employee is responsible for understanding the importance of safety issues, rules, policies, and to comply with said rules and policies.
  • Report unsafe conditions and make safety recommendations.
  • Work to achieve goals and objectives of the Safety Committee of Zion Park District.
Disclaimer
  • This description is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of level of difficulty.
  • The Zion Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the bases of their qualifications for the job in question. Federal and/or state law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or any other protected status. Please advise us if any accommodations are required to assist you in performing your job.
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