Summer Camp Counselor (Seasonal)

Summer Camp Counselor

Recreation & Parks Department 

Salary Range:                $14.28 - $23.56 Hourly

FLSA Position Class:     Non-Exempt

Work Schedule:             Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm (June & July)

Closing Date:                 Open Until Filled 

Job Overview

Responsible for performing general duties relating to programs and activities at the Fitness and Activity Center Summer Camp.

NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville. Service to the citizens during a disaster may result in the assignment of other duties, which will take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the needs of the organization.

• Leads groups of children in age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, special events, and field trips.
• Assists in the set-up/breakdown and execution of the Summer Camp program.
• Enforces departmental policies governing public safety and quality services.
• Ensure proper safety precautions are observed in assigned activities and free play.
• Maintains, cleans, and cares for facility equipment.
• Supervises facility rentals and special community events.
• Files accident reports and program documentation.
• Assists in organizing and promoting recreational activities, classes, camps, etc.
• Encourages participation and good sportsmanship from campers.                                                              
• Attends all staff meetings and training.                                                                                                                             
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED. 
• One (1) year experience in recreation, fitness, and/or child development or a combination of relative experience.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid N.C. driver's license or valid driver's license with ability to obtain a North Carolina driver's license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.
• Possession of valid First Aid, CPR, AED, or ability to obtain.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• General knowledge of program planning for a variety of ages, backgrounds, and community groups.
• General knowledge of basic safety rules and regulations regarding summer camp activities.
• Ability to lead a variety of recreational programs.
• Ability to interpret and explain rules and regulations regarding the programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain discipline, organized structure, and safety for youth in group settings.
• Ability to efficiently work in a busy environment with constant distractions.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, participants, and parents/guardians.

Job Related Physical Activity Requirements

This position involves medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of machines or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat, humidity, noise, and hazards including proximity to moving equipment. Employees could be exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials.