**Fitness and Activities Camp Counselor**

Program Department Centerville, Ohio Compensation **$11 per hour** Fitness and Activities Camp Counselors plan and implement activities and games to provide a fun day camp experience with co-counselors for a group of 12+ children ages 3-15, with specific and varying age bands each week. Fitness and Activities Counselors also have the opportunity to assist with special events and other programs conducted throughout the season, particularly fitness programming, such as group hikes, or archery programming.

Must be at least 18 to apply. Must also have reliable transportation and proven leadership experience as well as a strong interest in working with children and being outdoors.

Start date: May 23, 2022

Training weeks (required):

* May 23 27, 9 a.m. 2 p.m.

* May 31 June 3, 9 a.m. 2 p.m.

Camp dates and times: June 6 August 5

* 8:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m., Monday Friday

* 1 3 p.m., Thursdays

22 hours/week, weather dependent, May 23 August 5. July 4 and July 30 required. Occasional evenings and weekends if interested in additional program shifts. Additional hours as requested/assigned.

Programs and dates are subject to change based on the most up to date COVID-19 information and protocols.

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

Fitness and Activities Camp Counselors plan and carry out nine weeks of Activity Squad Camp at Activity Center Park, in addition to opportunities assisting with fitness and other active programming. Our goal is to make amazing lifelong camp memories for all campers.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & EXPECTATIONS

Administrative

* Maintain accurate program records through attendance and record keeping for the Activity Squad Camp and all other programs as assigned.

* Submit weekly planning schedule of activities and prepare written evaluations of the programs.

Programming

* Plan & conduct a well-rounded program to meet the fitness and recreational needs of the children in the camp.

* Plan a schedule of activities, games, and occasional crafts to provide a fun experience for children in the parks. Demonstrate, lead and teach activities.

* Supervise a group of 12-20 children in a park setting with co-leaders.

* Research ideas for new program activities.

* Assist with special events and other programs conducted throughout the season, particularly archery and/or fitness programming, such as group hikes.

Public Relations

* Serve as a public relations liaison with the community.

* Maintain an atmosphere of cooperation and camaraderie between program participants and staff.

* Conduct a litter sweep and safety check at the park first and last thing each day.

GENERAL DUTIES & EXPECTATIONS

* Attend all staff training sessions including CPR and First-Aid Certification.

* Ensure the safety of all participants by maintaining a safe, clean and controlled area.

* Enforce all park rules and regulations.

* By setting an example, encourage proper use of parks and park equipment.

* Be responsible for all park equipment issued to you.

* Organize program equipment distribution and re-collection.

* Organize supplies for programs and pack supply bins for daily programs.

* Conduct end of the season clean up and inventory of program supplies.

* Make recommendations for improvements to all programs supervised.

* Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS

* Proven experience working with children.

* Proven leadership experience.

* Exceptional skills in organization and communication.

* Must be 18 or older and have reliable transportation to park sites.

* Must be able to be covered by CWPD insurance to drive park district vehicles.

* Ability to work well with others and as part of a team.

* Interest in fitness and other active, outdoor programming.

* Interest and/or some experience with outdoor or nature education is beneficial, but not required.

JOB FIT

* M ust work some evenings and weekends.

* Staff must be able and prepared to work most of their shift outdoors.

IDEAL CHARACTERISTICS

* Maintains a positive attitude.

* Accomplishes tasks within time and/or budget allocated.

* Remember instructions of job tasks without repeated instruction.

Location Centerville, Ohio Compensation $11 per hour

Centerville-Washington Park District

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