Teen Camp Counselor, Van​/Bus Driver

Position

Teen Camp Counselor, Van/Bus Driver

Recreation Department

Program Manager

$16 / Hour

The Teen Camp Counselor is responsible for supervising children along with driving Park District Transportation Vehicles. Van/Bus driving is an essential part of the Teen Camp.

Education and experience required for child supervision.

• Ability to complete the essential functions of the position
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Appropriate certifications and/or training
• Over 21 years of age
• Valid Driver License

• Develop and maintain effective public relations/communications with staff and customers.
• Minimal experience to work within a budget and keep track of van/bus mileage.
• Knowledge of all participants
• Clean and maintain program area and Van/Bus as necessary.
• Assist in evaluating assigned programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Support all safety, health and loss control policies of the park district. Work to ensure the safety of every staff member, customer and the protection of equipment and facilities.
• Supervise teens at all times.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Obey and follow all rules of the road.
• Drive responsibly in various types of weather.

• Must be able to handle questions and concerns from the public in a professional manner.
• Must be able to work as team.
• Must be able to respond to deadlines and crisis situations.
• Must be able to drive under high stress situations and during rush/traffic hours.

Indoor work conditions will include lighting, temperature and noise. Outside conditions will include extreme temperature, sunlight and precipitation.

The normal workweek shall be as designated by the employee’s immediate supervisor as necessary to properly perform the position duties. The employee is considered to be on duty whenever a need exists for his/her services.