Mini Adventure Camp Counselor

1 week ago

Villa Park, United States Village of Villa Park Full time

**VILLAGE OF VILLA PARK**

**DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION**

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

**TITLE**: Mini Adventure Camp Counselor

**DATE & TIME POSTED**: May 1, 2024

**STARTING WAGE**: $14.25/ per hour

**HOURS AND SCHEDULE**:Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday

20-30 / hours per week

May-August 2024

Hours vary during non-summer seasonal camps (fall, winter, spring)

**CLOSING DATE**:Position is open** **until filled.

**GENERAL DESCRIPTION**: The camp counselor reports directly to the Program Supervisor. The goal is to provide the campers with the safest possible environment to conduct an enriching and rewarding recreational experience. Staff is expected to assist in the organization and supervision of the camp program.

**WORKING HOURS**:The Camp Counselor is a part-time position working seasonally, 20-25 hours a week during the summer (10 weeks), Tuesday-Thursday, hours 9 am-4 pm.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Under the direction and supervision of the Program Supervisor, the camp counselor is responsible for helping with the day-to-day planning, organizing, and implementing all aspects of the program.
- Plans and administers diversified camp activities including nature, arts and crafts, games, sports, music, drama, and special events appropriate to the campers’ age group.
- Participates in staff training and planning sessions and other staff meetings.
- Able to be organized, yet flexible enough to meet the needs of the children, both mentally and physically.
- Demonstrate a mature and professional attitude through dependability, punctuality, and genuine awareness.
- Keep an open line of communication with the Program Supervisor regarding relevant observations.
- Reports and corrects unsafe program conditions.
- Is aware of campers’ medications and allergies.
- Motivate campers and encourage positive peer relationships.
- Sets up and cleans up assigned area prior to and at conclusion of program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

***ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**:Must be 16 years of age and possess the ability to interact with the public and relate well to others.

**_ For More Information_**

**_
Village of Villa Park is an equal opportunity employer._

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