Summer Day Camp Counselor

Purpose of Classification

THIS POSITION REQUIRES EMPLOYMENT FOR THE FULL 8 WEEKS OF CAMP AND WORK SCHEDULE IS TYPICALLY 40 HOURS PER WEEK

This job classification is responsible for leading, instructing and supervising children in recreational activities, sports, arts & crafts, special events and field trips during the eight week summer camp program. Work schedule is typically 40 hours per week.

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Participates in orientation training.
• Becomes familiar with and implements camp policies, procedures, and philosophy as stated in the Summer Camp Staff Manual, and learns the role of the camp counselor.
• Organizes and sets up programs and activities; submits activity plans; gathers materials, supplies and equipment for use in implementing plans; and supervises recreation activities.
• Resolves differences that may arise during play.
• Assists at all camp check‑ins and check‑outs with assigned roles and responsibilities.
• Participates in all activities with campers; encourages and facilitates camper's participation in all activities by implementing appropriate strategies, such as visual structure and reinforcements.
• Implements behavior management strategies according to the guidelines stated in the Summer Camp Staff Manual. Discusses these strategies with supervisory staff.
• Greets the public; answers questions about registered participants from parents; meets parents/care providers daily or as needed and discusses the camper's week with them.
• Assures that all of the camper's belongings are returned to guardians.
• Opens and closes the recreation building; checks buildings; reports any maintenance problems; and maintains order in the building.
• Complies with established policies, procedures, and regulations of the Recreation and Parks Department, the City, and Department of HRS.
• Maintains the cleanliness of all areas of camp utilized by campers and camp staff. Completes assigned cleaning jobs. Stores supplies appropriately after use.
• Upon exiting bus, completes an inspection to ensure all passengers have exited the bus.
• Takes periodic head counts and performs a roll call of camper names throughout the day and during transitions to different activities or locations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or valid equivalent; AND six (6) months experience working and/or volunteering with children in a summer or other day camp or child care setting; AND one (1) year of experience in Recreation or related field. Must possess (or be able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters. Ability to communicate with parent/guardians in reference to child's behavior or development throughout camp.

• Knowledge and understanding of how to lead and/or participate in all aspects of camp activities.
• Knowledge of behavior‑management techniques.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Knowledge of the child developmental process and…