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NEOGOV · 4 weeks ago

Camp Counselor & Program Instructor (Rec Aide)

USA, OH

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$15.50/hr - $17/hr

NEOGOV is seeking a Camp Counselor & Program Instructor to oversee the daily safety and supervision of recreation camp participants. The role involves engaging participants in activities, assisting with event operations, and maintaining communication with parents and the community.

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Responsibilities

Engage all participants in activities and provide meaningful interactions while acting as a positive role model

Ensure safety of the participants during the weeks of scheduled camps

Assist with general operation and maintenance of facilities and grounds to ensure a safe and secure place

Follow department policy as to matters of discipline, communicable disease management and medical or other emergencies

Assist in the preparation, implementation and clean-up of daily activities

Teach or lead specific programs, games and activities

Demonstrate enthusiasm and positive energy

Maintain good communication with parents and the community

Perform other related duties as assigned by the Recreation Coordinators, Recreation Supervisors, Recreation Program Managers, Deputy Director of Recreation and Parks, or the Director of Recreation and Parks or their designee

Qualification

CPR/First Aid/AED certificationRecreational activity planningVerbal communicationLeadership skillsCustomer serviceProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Possession of or ability to obtain American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification (employer provides)

A background free of prior felony convictions

Regular and punctual attendance is regarded as an essential requirement of this position

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays

Considerable knowledge of principles and techniques of planning, organizing, and conducting recreational activities

Considerable knowledge of various recreational programs and current trends in the industry

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to supervise, direct, instruct, and solicit cooperation from others in the performance of their daily work assignments and duties

Ability to compile and prepare reports and maintain accurate records

Ability to exercise independent judgement, discretion and to provide leadership

Ability to answer inquiries, resolve complaints, and communicate with the public in an effective, tactful courteous, and professional manner

Ability to implement Emergency Action Plans and emergency response plans

Compliance with training directives established by supervisory and management personnel

Adherence to all applicable federal, state and local safety laws, rules and regulations and City policies/procedures

Must be physically capable of successfully performing the essential job functions of the job classification with or without reasonable accommodation and be free of medical conditions that would preclude one from successfully performing said functions or that would pose a direct threat to the health or safety of oneself or others

Must be physically capable of sitting, standing, reaching, twisting, bending, walking, lifting and kneeling, grasping, and repetitive motions to perform the essential job functions

Must be able to verbally communicate for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word

Must maintain visual acuity and hearing necessary for observing general surrounding and activities

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment

Must possess the physical ability to remain outdoors for a sustained period throughout the course of the summer