Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Day Camp Counselor  Description JOB SUMMARY Under the direction and supervision of the Day Camp Coordinator & Recreation Manager; this position is responsible for planning, organizing, leading, participating in, supervising, and implementing day camp programs Staff Training: Tuesday May 28-31 Camp Dates: June 3-August 9 (no camp 7/4 and 7/5) (10 weeks) Regular Camp Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-4pm Extended Hours (7am-9am and 4pm-6pm)   Position Day Camp Counselor   Position Requirements EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING High school graduate. Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree in education, youth services, recreation, or working toward a degree in these areas. Experience in leading youth activities. Preference will be given to those with day camp experience A valid driver’s license is required if assigned to operate a Bolingbrook Park District vehicle for mini trips. CPR and First aid certified   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES The ability to plan, organize and lead day camp activities. Ability to tactfully discuss camper’s behaviors with campers and parents as needed. Understand the principles of customer service and how they relate to campers and parents Excellent communication skills Organizational skills Ability to control campers   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise Camp activities. Supervision includes watching, monitoring and controlling camper’s behavior and interactions. Conduct camp activities including all field trips. Implement planned activities as well as evaluating age appropriate activities. Teach sport specific skills (e. g. instruct on how to hit a golf ball, how to throw a Frisbee, etc.) Demonstrate and facilitate production of craft projects. Collect and store camper’s belongings in assigned areas. Officiate various sport games. Communicate with Recreation Manager, Day Camp Coordinator, Group Leader and other staff members and parents. Communication includes participating in all training of camp counselors, and weekly camp meeting and voicing opinions and ideas. Conduct oneself as a leader and role model for campers. Uphold Bolingbrook Park District policies and procedures. Provide and maintain a safe environment. Serve in a professional and courteous manner with the highest regard to the customer. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned by Day Camp Coordinator. Abide by the Bolingbrook Park District dress code for your area. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program. Work as a team player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Seeing: To observe campers Walking: To supervise campers and leading activities Sitting: To supervise campers and leading activities Lifting: To move equipment and supplies and to set-up and take down for camp activities Reaching: To move supplies and equipment and to put them away Pulling: To move supplies and equipment and to put them away Pushing: To move supplies and equipment and to put them away Crouching: To lead activities, picking up supplies or garbage, and looking under equipment Writing: To complete required reports, lesson plans, and communicate with supervisor     COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS Must have the ability to plan, organize, lead, delegate, and evaluate camp activities Must have the ability to relate to others in a professional manner   FSLA This is a part time hourly, non-exempt position   HOURS Day Camp operates Monday – Friday and includes sunrise and sunset hours. Hours to be set by the Day Camp Coordinator and/or Recreation Manager, and may vary from week to week.   Open Date 1/31/2024   Close Date 6/7/2024   Salary Range Starting Rate is $14.50/hr   Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Hiring Manager(s) Susan Meier   Location Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex   Category Recreation   About the Organization Established in 1970, Bolingbrook Park District has become a nationally-recognized and forward-thinking organization committed to providing the highest quality service to its residents. Bolingbrook Park District is one of the largest districts in Illinois employing 60 full-time employees and over 350 part-time and seasonal employees. The Park District offers over 1,500 innovative recreational programs each year reaching the full spectrum of ages and abilities. Bolingbrook is a facility rich district operating a 9-hole golf course, restaurant, indoor/outdoor aquatic park, maintenance facility, fitness center, and two community centers. The Park District owns just over 183,000 square feet of buildings and park concessions. There are 52 parks for a combined acreage of just over 1,100 acres that include playgrounds, baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, picnic areas, rest rooms, concession stands, skate parks, fishing ponds, football field, soccer fields, shelters and ice rinks during the winter months. Bolingbrook Park District prides itself to be an organization where people feel like family. A place where staff not only strives for excellence, but is also innovative, attentive and passionate about what they do. Its promise to the residents of Bolingbrook is to provide world class park and recreation services in a fiscally responsible manner to enhance the community's quality of life. We truly Make the Fun Happen!!   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Community Events Staff in Bolingbrook, IL Posted on: 3/5/2024 [Apply Now] REACH Extended Care Counselor in Bolingbrook, IL Posted on: 2/1/2024 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Custodian-Part Time in Bolingbrook, IL Posted on: 2/27/2024 [Apply Now] Parkie the Pelican Mascot Performer in Bolingbrook, IL Posted on: 3/8/2024 [Apply Now] Sports Academy Coach in Bolingbrook, IL Posted on: 2/1/2024 [Apply Now] Athletic League Supervisor in Bolingbrook, IL Posted on: 2/1/2024 [Apply Now] Climbing Wall Instructor/Belayer in Bolingbrook, IL Posted on: 2/1/2024 [Apply Now]

Click here for technical assistance.