Site Director
3 weeks ago
SEASPAR is looking for a Site Director for Preschool Camp in La Grange Park this summer
Interested? Read on for position details, then apply to become a member of Team SEASPAR today
Hours: Monday-Friday from July 15-August 2; 9am-11:30am
Location: Barnsdale Road School, La Grange Park
Summary: Responsible for program planning, implementation, supervision, and safety of SEASPAR participants, property, equipment, and monies while working in a community-based day camp setting. Supervision of camp counselors.
Position Qualifications:
- High school or college diploma preferred.
- No formal experience required; minimum two-three years' experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred; working knowledge of disabilities.
- Must hold or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
- Able to perform the key responsibilities independently of others.
- Availability to commit to assigned work times during the summer season.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and implement day camp/recreational activities for special populations under the direction of the Day Camp Coordinator.
- Work with full-time staff, counselors, volunteers, parents, community partners, member entity staff, and individuals with special needs.
- Adapt activities, rules, equipment and/or supplies as needed to ensure quality participation and the most independent participation possible.
- Assist with the supervision of and participation in all planned activities.
- Provide the appropriate attention to participants in all situations.
- Manage assigned groupings of campers.
- Interpret and use knowledge of the physical, mental, and medical limitations of participants to the benefit of the program.
- Be alert and responsive to the health and safety needs of the participants and staff.
- Implement proper disciplinary techniques. Provide behavior management when necessary.
- Ensure that the facility site as well as any equipment is properly maintained.
- Read, understand, and abide by all SEASPAR policies and procedures.
- Be available to listen to parental concerns. Answer questions on behalf of SEASPAR or refer questions to administrative staff.
- Regular and predictable on-site attendance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Marginal Responsibilities:
- Attend all job-related season orientations, in-services, and workshops as directed by supervisor.
- Attend all daily/weekly camp meetings with Day Camp Coordinator, Camp Assistants, and counselors.
- Act as an advocate for the participant when necessary.
- Be dependable and punctual.
- Encourage participation and development of friendships with other participants in the program.
- Gathering, loading, transporting, and setting up equipment if necessary. Loading/unloading and transporting participants in a safe manner.
Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Worker Traits: Demonstration of enthusiasm, strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with people with disabilities, SEASPAR staff, SEASPAR member entity staff, parents/guardians, participants, and community groups, as well as members of the general public.
- Safety and Security: Use good safety awareness, judgment and follow SEASPAR policies at all times; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment following manufacturer safety instructions; and follow agency ergonomic policies and procedures.
- Problem Solving: Identify and appropriately resolve problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyze information skillfully, develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem solving situations; use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Interpersonal Skills: Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; maintain confidentiality; listen to others without interrupting; keep emotions under control; remain open to others' ideas; and try new things.
- Oral Communication/Language Skills: Speak clearly and effectively in all situations; listen and ask for clarification from supervisor if needed; respond appropriately to questions; read and interpret all necessary agency documents.
- Written Communication: Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; be able to interpret written information; and present clear, legible handwriting for all SEASPAR forms and documents.
- Judgment/Reasoning Ability: Exhibit sound and accurate judgment when making all program related decisions; solve problems involving a few concrete variable; include appropriate people in the decision making process.
- Professionalism: Approach others in a tactful manner, react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.
- Adaptability: Adapt activities based on the skill level and needs of each participant to encourage appropriate participation on a regular basis. Adapt to changes in the work environment; manage competing demands; change approach or method as necessary; deal with frequent changes, delays, unexpected events, or program cancellations.
- Attendance/Punctuality: Demonstrate consistent attendance and on time arrival; ensure responsibilities are covered when absent; arrive at meetings, in-services, and trainings on time.
- Dependability: Follow instructions, respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; commit to long hours of work when necessary; and complete tasks on time.
- Leadership: Lead participants to have successful recreation experiences, demonstrate positive interactions with other staff members, individuals with disabilities, and parents/guardians; the ability to enlist the support of others to accomplish a common task.
SEASPAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer which has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the agency, which bases employment upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of an individual's actual or perceived race (including but not limited to traits associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, citizenship status, work authorization status, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, disability, association with a person with a disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, unfavorable discharge from military service or military status, civil union partnership, order of protection status, pregnancy, childbirth or a medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact HR at info@seaspar.org
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