Seasonal Day Camp Counselor

Under general supervision, the Day Camp Counselor provides care, supervision and program facilitation for assigned day camp attendees.

• Provides direct and shared supervision of up to 60 children (ages 6 to 12) in activities, crafts, songs, skits, games, hiking, field trips, scavenger hunts, swimming, and cook outs.
• Adheres to safe work conditions; reports potential hazards to supervisor.
• Performs first aid and/or CPR if necessary.
• Demonstrates the ability to exemplify, by his/her actions, the County PRIDE philosophy.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND some previous experience working with children between the ages of 6-12; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Appropriate activities for children.
• Customer service principles, practices, and etiquette.

• Demonstrating patience and creativity needed to work with the appropriate age group.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Must be CPR/First Aid certified or have the ability to obtain certification after hire.

Work is performed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.