Part-Time OPC Counselor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of sports activities and programs

• Knowledge of recreational interests and needs

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Use basic office equipment (computer, copier, fax machine, etc.)

• Work as a team member with other employees

• Make decisions within specified time restraints

• Communicate effectively with campers, elected officials, other city employees, etc., both or all and written

• Maintain confidentiality

• Deal with others in a professional manner

• Handle multiple tasks with interruptions

• Maintain professional composure in heated situations

• Follow departmental, city procedures, and the handbook

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employer must occasionally lift or move items up to a weight of fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Work schedule will go up to Monday-Friday from 2:15-5:30pm for the 36 weeks that school is in session.

• The bulk of the work will be at the Stone Center and Stone Park.

• 60% of this job is indoors and 40% outdoors and requires work in all types of weather.

• The stress level is average.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and background investigation; and job-related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended to be used as an illustration of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirement of the job may change.

Purpose of Position

The Overtime at the OPC Counselor is a Part-Time position in the Park Commission. This position is responsible for the overseeing of campers and recreational activities held at the Stone Center.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervision Received

• The immediate supervisor for this position is the Special Events Manager/Recreation Director.

Supervision Exercised

• Supervises after school campers at the Stone Center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

As a counselor your responsibilities will be

• To assist in supervising up to 40 kids with additional counselors.

• Follow handbook

• Making sure daily plans are followed to keep days organized

• Make changes to daily activities as needed

• Make sure children are treated equally, fairly, and with respect

• Make sure that you are involved with the children at all times

• Make sure that you are communicating with children in a positive manner

• Supervisors will regulate when there are behavior issues.

• Major issues will be reported to Recreation Director.

Special Requirements

• Graduation from a standard high school or GED equivalency or actively enrolled in school is required

• Good physical condition

• A valid driver's license and social security card

• A successful background check

• Able to obtain a CPR Certification