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Park District of Franklin Park

Camp Counselor

Park District of Franklin Park, Franklin Park, Illinois, United States, 60398

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Camp Counselor

Park District of Franklin Park

Summary The Program Camp Counselor is responsible for conducting assigned camp programs.

Position Details

Department:

Recreation Department

Immediate Supervisor:

Program Manager

Salary:

$15 per Hour

Education & Experience Education and experience necessary to instruct camp programs.

Qualifications

Ability to complete the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge of children and children’s activities.

Excellent communication skills.

Appropriate certifications and/or training.

Essential Functions

Instruct assigned camp programs competently and reliably.

Develop and maintain effective public relations/communications with staff and customers.

Maintain inventory of program supplies and make recommendations for purchases.

Clean and maintain program area as necessary.

Assist in evaluating assigned programs and make recommendations for improvement.

Support all safety, health and loss control policies adopted by the park district.

Supervise campers during visits to Pool on Pacific and during various other field trips.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Psychological Considerations

Must be able to handle questions and concerns from the public in a professional manner.

Must be able to work with co-workers.

Must be able to respond to deadlines and crisis situations.

Physical Considerations

Indoor work conditions: lighting, temperature and noise.

Outside conditions: extreme temperature, sunlight and precipitation.

Working Hours The normal workweek shall be as designated by the employee’s immediate supervisor as necessary to properly perform the position duties. The employee is considered to be on duty whenever a need exists for his/her services.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Education and Training

Industries Recreational Facilities

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