LOCATION: Various Parks around St. John and the Community Center
DEPARTMENT: Parks Department
EMPLOYMENT LEVEL: Seasonal
DIVISION: Parks Department
SALARY: $13.65 AN HOUR
The following job functions comprise a summary of job duties, requirements, and responsibilities contained in the job description prepared for this position. The job description will serve as the primary document in the selection and hiring process; and constitutes the context or incumbent job performances and evaluation. To perform this position successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to satisfaction. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
This position is seasonal, consisting of 7 Weeks in June-August. The Camps runs on Monday-Thursday from 9am-12pm. Counselor Hours would be 8:30am-12:00pm each day. Afternoon camps will also be available for those that are able to work. Applicants must be available to work our July 2nd Freedom Fest Event.
Essential Responsibilities: Under direct supervision of the director
- Act as a role model in your attitude and behavior, setting a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices such as sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship
- Lead and assist in regularly creating, coordinating, conducting, and evaluating safe, fun, and educational camp activities for all areas of camp appropriate for the different age groups
- Act as the primary caregiver for each of your campers, ensuring that campers are properly supervised at all times, including in small group environments and large, all-camp events. Be alert to the campers’ needs
- Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, and enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures as needed using appropriate behavior-management techniques
- Take primary responsibility for the health, well-being, and happiness of campers, be aware of any allergies and/or medications for all campers
- Prepare for, supervise, assist, and participate actively and eagerly in all aspects of the camper’s day
- Encourage a fun and imaginative learning environment by creating scenarios and scripts to enhance the experience of camp activities and events
- Keep the supervisor up-to-date on feedback, including concerns, updates, and challenges
- Create and keep civil relationships with fellow staff members
- Oversee, organize, clean and maintain park facilities; program property, equipment and materials as necessary
- Ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid, must be able to assist campers in an emergency
Requirements:
Ability to pass a background check
Experience working with youth of all age levels
The capacity to work as a team member
Outgoing with a sincere and energetic desire to have a quality and consistent experience with youth
Ability to teach and lead a variety of recreational activities
Ability to inspire and motivate others
Capacity to be flexible and improvise when needed
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with campers and staff
Problem-solving by analyzing situations accurately and taking effective action
Be sensitive to gender, age, cultural diversities, and disabilities
Current CPR, AED, and first aid certification or willingness to obtain
How To Apply
To Apply, please DOWNLOAD and then complete the Employment Application Form, be sure to save the pdf after filling it out, and e-mail it along with a resume to: parks@stjohnin.gov or mail a completed application and resume to:
Town of St. John: ATTN: Renn Arvanitis
9350 Hack St Bldg 2
St. John, Indiana 46373
Selection Guidelines
Formal application, resume, rating of education and experience; oral interviews, and references check; job related tests may be required.
Please note: The duties listed above are intended as general descriptions of the work performed by persons assigned to this position, not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. This position description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as required.