Camp Counselor

Job Details

Salary: $11.73 Hourly

Location : 7008 5th St. (Parks & Rec) - Bellaire, TX

Job Type: Seasonal

Job Number: 24-00005

Department: Parks, Recreation & Facilities

Opening Date: 03/08/2024

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist with day camp activities for children and perform related tasks as required. Plan and supervise day camp activities, interact with campers and their parents and provide indoor and outdoor enrichment programs. Ensure the safety and well-being of program participants and perform other duties as required.
NOW HIRING FOR SUMMER 2024!
Hourly pay rate: $11.73
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Organize, lead, and promote interest in a wide variety of recreational activities, such as arts, crafts, sports, games, and hobbies
  1. Actively and enthusiastically participate in all activities
• Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and plan activities, accordingly, given the available equipment or facilities
  1. Direct and support activities such as swimming lessons, arts and crafts, sports instruction, fitness, and outdoor programming
  2. Develop and lead activities designed for the age and abilities of the campers
• Enforce program rules and regulations, maintains discipline, safeguards against accidents, and instructs children in the safe use of equipment
  1. Responsible for knowing each camper's special needs to include food allergies, medications, emergency contact information, and other information required for the safety of campers
• Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety
  1. Ensure that program areas are kept free of hazards and debris
  2. Ensure campers are always supervised, including group management and organization during lunchtime, camp arrival, camp dismissal, and off-campus field trips
  3. Ensure that first aid supplies are in possession when traveling with groups on field trips
  4. Report hazards or noticeable facility damage to the Camp Coordinators and Bellaire Parks and Recreation Staff immediately
• Participate in staff meetings; assist in planning special events, and provide information about programs to the public
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining the campsite
• Perform other duties as requested or required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

16 years of age or older

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of the following pre-employment checks:
  • Criminal background check (18 years or older)
  • Controlled substance screening

N/A

01

Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the following describes your experience volunteering or working with children?

• Less than 6 months volunteering or working with children
• 6 months but less than 12 months volunteering or working with children
• 12 months but less than 18 months volunteering or working with children
• 18 months but less than 24 months volunteering or working with children
• 24 months but less than 36 months volunteering or working with children
• 36 months or more volunteering or working with children
• No experience volunteering or working with children

03

Tell us where you received this experience. If none, state none.

04

Are you 16 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you willing to be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior?

• Yes
• No

06

Tell us one way you will be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior?

07

Are you willing to obtain CPR-Adult, Child, and Infant Airway Obstruction or certification before camp begins?

• No
• Yes

08

Are you willing to obtain Standard First Aid Certification or certification before camp begins?

• Yes
• No

09

Are you willing to obtain AED-Automated External Defib Certification or certification before camp begins?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

 City of Bellaire, TX

 04/16/2024

 Bellaire,TX