Nature Camp Counselor - Seasonal
Job description
Deadline: Open until filled
GENERAL PURPOSE
This position is responsible for the organization, instruction, and supervision of of nature camp programs designed for children ages 18 mos. – 12 years old.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 17 years old. One (1) year of experience in the field of childcare, education, early childhood, or environmental education preferred. Must facilitate learning through hands-on activities involving nature. Must have good problem-solving abilities, be flexible, and creative.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Organize, instruct, and evaluate all aspects of daily camp activities.
- Supervise and enforce rules and regulations with program participants.
- Prepare and actively participate in planned activities.
- Guide campers in participating successfully in all aspects of camp activities.
- Observe campers behavior, assess appropriateness, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Maintain, organize, and inventory camp program equipment.
- Maintain daily attendance records, health history forms, and inspection logs.
- Report repairs and maintenance needs of program areas, equipment, and grounds in a timely manner.
- Transport equipment and travel to program sites at various facilities.
- Administer site-specific first aid and CPR procedures.
- Effectively communicate with supervisors, coworkers, and program participants in a timely manner.
- Provide a high quality of customer service in a professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate team building and exceptional customer service to the external customer.
- Follow the Wheaton Park District and Lincoln Marsh policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Proactively support the V.A.L.U.E.S. (integrity, fun, commitment, adaptability and growth, kindness, and service) on a daily basis.
- Maintain good safety awareness and follow all safety guidelines and procedures
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.
Must have and maintain: valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; and CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year of employment. Be a mandated reporter for the “Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act”.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to: frequently remain in a stationary position for long periods while presenting programs indoors and outdoors; frequently move about the building and on natural uneven ground. This position must also be able to position one’s self to interact with campers and occasionally grasp and handle small animals. This position will frequently move objects such as water buckets, program bins, supplies for program activities, etc. weighing up to 20lbs, and rarely up to 50lbs., and over 50lbs. with assistance; occasionally move items such as harnesses, helmets, hardware, ropes, etc. weighing up to 50lbs. This position will occasionally climb stairs/ladders and occasionally bend, crouch, kneel, reach, stoop, twist, crawl.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Must be able to: occasionally work in an office environment with moderate noise level and lighting and frequently work outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions, biting/stinging bugs and insects, dirt, poisonous plants, heights up to 50 feet, wet, slippery surfaces and uneven natural ground; occasionally exposed to odors, dust, mold, mud; and rarely exposed to pesticides, chemicals, smoke, animal hair, dander, and feces; and frequently handle animals such as fish, amphibians, reptiles, and invertebrates.
SALARY
$14.00-$16.00 per hour DOE
HOURS
Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V
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