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Counselor - Day Camp Special Recreation Inclusive Setting
Waukegan, IL
Job Description
Status of Employment:Seasonal, Non-ExemptCompensation:$12.25 per hour or higher depending on qualificationsDescription / Duties:Work with children with a disability for summer day camp.Provide direct leadership and supervision to assigned day camp programs and services.Provide developmentally appropriate activities that meet the needs and interests of the participants.Implement camp activities in program setting according to established schedule.Accompany program participants on field trips.May transport program participants and supplies using a park district vehicle.Participate with program participants in scheduled daily activities; swim with program participants two to three days a week, ride along on pick-up and drop off routes.May need to set up a specific schedule within the park district camp setting to manage the needs of a camper in an inclusive setting.Establish cooperative working relationships with coworkers and parents.Attend pertinent departmental/park district meetings and in-house training sessions.Conduct self in accordance to the policies and procedures as established by the park district.Participate in park district Safety and Training Program to ensure that work performed and services provided are implemented in a safe manner.Qualifications:Education:High School graduation required. Some college preferred.Experience:Experience working with youth. Supervision of groups of youth in a recreational setting. Experience working with children with special needs preferred.Knowledge:General knowledge of recreation, parks, and leisure service field. General knowledge of day camp programs and services. General knowledge of developmentally appropriate activities for youth in a recreational environment. General knowledge of behavior management for youth with a disability.License:Valid drivers license required for programs including transportation, otherwise preferred.Certification:Valid Child & Adult First Aid, CPR, and AED certification. Current Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification preferredHours:Between the hours of 9am-4pm, Monday - Friday. Approximately 15-40 hours per week.Conditions of Employment:* Provide proof of date of birth* Provide a copy of driver's license* Provide driver's abstract* Submit to a reference check / employment verification* Submit to a state criminal background check* Submit to pre-employment TB test* Submit to pre-employment drug test* Submit to random, reasonable cause, and post-accident alcohol and drug testsContact:Kari Robinson, CTRS, CPRPRecreation Supervisor-Special RecreationQuestions only: email Kari at ...@waukeganparks.orgClosing Date:Open until filled.Application Procedure:Apply online at
Associated topics: after school, branch, campground, county, director, ride attendant, site, student, summer, youth
Associated topics: after school, branch, campground, county, director, ride attendant, site, student, summer, youth
Job Summary
Company
Waukegan Park District
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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