Summer Camp Counselor I and II

4 weeks ago

Vernon Rockville, United States Town of Vernon Full time
Position Type:
Parks and Recreation Line Employees

Date Posted:
2/1/2024

Location:
Parks and Recreation Offices Town of Vernon
Parks & Recreation

Summer Camp Counselor I and II
Hourly Rate: Counselor I: $18.00- $18.25
Counselor II: $18.50- $19.00

General Statement of Duties: Under general supervision of the Camp Director and Assistant Director, performs responsible work in the planning, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of a variety of challenging, engaging, interesting, age appropriate activities for a specific group within a summer recreation program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Is considered a first responder for all medical emergency procedures and may be exposed to possible health risks.
  • Responsible for the daily accountability, supervision, health, and safety of their assigned group
  • Resolves conflicts between campers
  • Maintains accountability of and is responsible for the health and safety of all participants.
  • Plans and implements daily activities for campers in conjunction with the Director and other Counselors
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Completes required program forms
  • Attends staff meetings
  • Maintains facility and all Town equipment in a safe condition
  • Assists the Camp Director in special events
  • Adheres to and enforces all Town and Departmental policies and procedures
  • Performs related work as required, including light janitorial work


KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
  • General knowledge a variety of leisure skills such as arts and crafts, music, drama, physical fitness, nature, team and individual sports, etc.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with parents, participants, and other Town employees.
  • Ability to organize data and maintain records.
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Ability to motivate participants.
  • Ability to work well with children ages 4 to 13 and possess an understanding of their social, emotional, and physical abilities.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT/ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORK CONDITIONS
  • Able to lift light objects between 20 and 50 pounds.
  • Able to perform moderately difficult skills such as writing and typing.
  • Able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as instruction of a skill.
  • Able to walk, run, swim, stand, and sit for prolonged periods.
  • Able to see objects far away and closely, such as waterfront supervision.
  • Able to hear normal sounds with some background noise such as a call for help from a child.
  • Able to communicate through human speech as in talking with a child.
  • Able to concentrate on moderate details with constant interruption.
  • Needs to attend to task/function for 25 - 40 minutes.
  • Able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others during the course of the day.
  • Exposure to blood, body tissues or fluids, seasonal conditions in outside weather, and to loud or unpleasant noises.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
  • 16 years of age or older.
  • Previous experience working or volunteering with children ages 4-13
  • Must be able to work flexible hours.
  • Attend mandatory training session in CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens and overall departmental policies.

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