Seasonal Summer Sports Camp Counselor

* Please note:

This job opening may close earlier than the stated date, due to high candidate volume. If interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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* Who We Are:

** At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries. The High Point Parks & Recreation Department enhances quality of life by providing innovative programs, parks and facilities for present and future generations.

We offer 41 parks, two golf courses, five recreation centers, an environmental education center, tennis and pickle balls courts, a campground, marinas, playgrounds, ball fields, greenways and natural trails and more. Our vision is to enhance the City by providing recreation programming and community events that promote strong bonds, improve health and wellness and celebrate the City’s history and character. We are committed to providing opportunities for all age and abilities.

We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1,300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!
** Our Core Values:**
* ** Integrity**:
Saying what we mean and consistently doing what we say with no desire other than the good of the citizens we serve. It means standing up for beliefs.
* ** Responsibility**: A continual process that emphasizes a high level of personal accountability by each member of the organization.
* ** Partnership**:
Adding competitive value and quality to the services provided to our residents, businesses, and visitors through responsible fiscal stewardship, increased innovation, greater use of technology, and expanded civic, neighborhood and regional partnerships.
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* What We Offer:

** The City of High Point offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefit package for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:
* A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
* 401K and 457B Retirement Plans
* PTO earned within first year
* 12 Paid Holidays per year
* Tuition Reimbursement Plan
* Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one
** What You'll Do:
** Starting pay for this position - $15.70 per hour    Performs responsible clerical and technical work in a program setting supervising school-age participants; does related work as required. Prefer individuals who have coaching experience or were a former athlete in high school or college.
Work is performed under regular supervision of Recreation Center Supervisor.
** Essential Tasks & Responsibilities:
*** Planning and implementing activities, drills and games for various sports each day;
* Developing and enhancing camper’s coordination, cardio, sports skills and knowledge through coaching and one on one instruction;
* Greets parents and children daily upon arrival and ensures authorized party gets children at departure time;
* Prepares camp area for daily operation, placing tables, chairs, equipment and program materials;
Transports campers on field trips in a 15 - passenger van;
* Enforces center and camp polices and safety rules and regulations;
* Inspects equipment daily, makes repairs or arranges for repairs;
* Cleans work and program areas as needed during the day and upon conclusion of activity;
* Prepares lists of materials and equipment needed for camp activity and makes requests for same;
* Makes preparation for participants' lunches and snacks;
* Maintains First Aid supplies,
* Assists staff as needed;
* Maintains daily attendance records for all registered program participants;
* Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.
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* Qualifications:

*** Graduated with a High School Diploma or GED.
* Education or previous experience working with elementary school age students.
* Must be 18 years of years or older.
* Must be able to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with other employees and the public.
* Must be able to apply basic knowledge of programming and phases of child development.
* Must be able to drive 15-passenger van.
* Valid Driver’s License
** Physical Requirements
**** Talking and/or Hearing:** (Talking - Expressing or exchanging information by means of spoken word).  (Hearing - Perceiving nature of sounds by ear).  Both necessary to converse with employees, program participants and the general public in person and by telephone.
** Seeing:
** The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.  Recommended guidelines for vision are:
1.  Acuity, far - Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.  Must be able to see the children across an open space and give instructions to them regarding the program…