Program Leader - Camp Counselor

Title: Part Time Program Leader - Camp Counselor

Salary

$16.75 - $18.75 Hourly

Location 

Elgin, IL

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

20260313-0

Job Description:

The City of Elgin is seeking seasonal Program Leaders - Camp Counselors to be responsible for the supervision and safety of assigned campers for The  Centre of Elgin's summer camp programs.  In addition this position requires participation in various sports including swimming and any other assigned activities.

• Will be reporting to Camp Director and the Youth and Teen Program Supervisor.
• Responsible for planning and implementing various sports, games and arts and craft activities as well as participation in the activities with the campers including swimming.
• Responsible for the safety of all assigned campers during the camp hours, which includes all normal camp activities, lunch, trips to the pool and all other field trips or special events.
• Responsible for filling out accident reports and incident reports that should be completed and given to the supervisor as soon as possible (no longer than 1 hour after the incident).
• Responsible for taking daily attendance of assigned campers and the reporting of all absent campers to supervisor.
• Responsible for wearing staff shirt daily during camp hours.
• Responsible for following and implementing camp discipline policy.
• Responsible for being certified in CPR and first aid and being able to administer first aid when necessary. 
• Must refrain from using profanity or displaying any conduct that could be offensive to campers.
• Responsible for the proper care of City equipment and facilities.
• Must be courteous and polite to parents and campers.
• Must be available for training prior to the program starting date.
• Experience working with kids preferable in teaching or coaching setting.
• High School Diploma or GED required, college credits a plus.
• Must be at least 18 years old. 
• Energetic and enthusiastic individual.
• CPR and 1st Aid Certification (City will provide courses)
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to plan, implement, and participate in sports, games and arts and craft activities.
• Ability to supervise children aged 5-13 years old.

Must be available to work 7am to 6pm, Monday-Friday from the first day of camp to the last day of camp.  No vacations will be allowed during camp days.