Summer Day Camp Counselor

Day Camp Counselor – Parks & Recreation Department

Day Camp Counselors are responsible for planning, leading and implementing core programs and activities for children in a small group setting. They are also responsible for the general safety, growth and skill achievement of the participants in his/her group. The incumbent provides high quality educational and recreational experiences for participating campers, ages 5 to 14 years old. Must also work as a member of a team and accomplish tasks with little direct supervision. Must be 18 years of age by the start of Day Camp on June 14, 2021. Summer Day Camp program runs for nine weeks, five days a week, from 8:45 am to 5:00 pm. Staff rotates hours and days per week - up to 40 hours. The number of weeks of employment is based on camper enrollment.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Assist with the development and implementation of weekly schedules for the assigned Day Camp group.

2. Organize and lead a variety of small and large group activities each week. Activities may include crafts, nature, songs, games, opening and closing ceremonies, swimming, etc.

3. Identify and respond to Camper behavior issues.

4. Ensure that the site is kept clean, organized and free of litter.

5. Communicate with parents about participant’s experiences and report concerns to Camp Leadership.

6. Communicate effectively with the children of all ages, parents, guardians and fellow staff.

7. Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, documentation, and daily attendance.

8. Know and understand all emergency procedures associated with the Day Camp program.

9. Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines associated with the Day Camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited taking necessary safety precautions and knowing Campers’ whereabouts at all times.

10.Other Camp related duties as assigned

The City of Berkley is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Duties for this position include gender-specific tasks that require male and female representatives, respectively (i.e. locker room and public restroom supervision). Must be willing to wear a swim suit daily and be comfortable in chest-deep water. Special consideration may be given for applicants with previous satisfactory volunteer experience with the Berkley Parks and Recreation Department.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to read and comprehend at the 10th grade level.

• Previous experience as a Camp Counselor is desirable

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, hear and communicate verbally; frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items of light weight. Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, swimming, team building initiatives, physical games and activities. Must be able to restrain and physically support children when needed for safety in general camp activities (child weighing 50 - 200 pounds).