Day Camp Leaders

Salary: $18.58 - $25.00 Hourly
Location : WA 98053, WA
Job Type: Supplemental, Seasonal
Job Number: 2400021
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: PARKS-RECREATION
Opening Date: 02/26/2024
Closing Date: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
JOIN REDMOND!
Applications reviewed and considered upon receipt.Camp programs run June 24 - August 30, 2024. Exact weeks will vary based on camp assignments. Paid training will occur June 1 (FM) and June 17-21, 2024 (all camps).
Day Camp Leaders provide a safe, fun, and engaging atmosphere for participants enrolled in summer Day Camp programs. Spend your summer working outside, gaining valuable life experience, and making a difference in a child's life. Redmond Parks & Recreation prides itself on being a leader in innovative programs and parks. Do you have what it takes to be a part of our award winning team?
Click here to review the classification description for more information about the knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, and implement camp activities including but not limited to arts & crafts, science experiments, sports, organized games, songs, nature walks, and storytelling.
• Be actively involved with children and engaged in recreational activities, at all times.
• Work closely with others in an enthusiastic, cooperative, and supportive manner.
• Set boundaries and enforce good decision making.
• Perform emergency First Aid and CPR as needed and according to established guidelines, providing for the proper safety of participants in recreational programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Note: Some positions may include driving a 15-passenger van.

Day Camp Counselor - 10 positions

• Work as part of a team in an indoor/outdoor setting with children ages 6-15.
• Minimum of 16 years of age.
• Positions available at Farrel-McWhirter Farm Park, the Old Fire House Teen Center, and other locations in Redmond.

Assistant Day Camp Director - 1 position

• Help oversee Day Camps.
• Additional duties include planning daily activities, assisting with training and scheduling of staff and volunteers, organizing and purchasing supplies, holding weekly staff meetings, covering staff lunch breaks, subbing for camp staff as needed, managing paperwork, communicating with participants, parents and staff, assisting with administrative duties in the office, and other duties as assigned.
• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• Position available at Old Fire House Teen Center

Inclusion Specialist - 2 positions
Work with children with disabilities ages 4 - 15 by offering support and making program modifications to integrate participants into traditional Day Camp settings. Experience working with children with disabilities preferred. Minimum of 18 years of age, must have a current driver's license, an insurable driving record, and be able to provide your own reliable transportation from one site to another throughout the greater Redmond area.
Substitute - Up to 4 positions

• Assist as needed on an on-call basis throughout the summer.
• Must have a current driver's license, an insurable driving record, and be able to provide your own reliable transportation from one site to another throughout the greater Redmond area.

Full and part-time supplemental (non-benefited) positions available and range from 8 to 11-week assignments. Please note: All positions are dependent on programs meeting minimum enrollment. If programs are canceled, staff will not be scheduled to work.
QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about working with children, as well as have an interest in community recreation, art, farm animals, nature, and/or educational programs.
• Previous experience planning and leading recreation activities for children ages 6 -15 preferred.
• Some positions may supervise volunteers. Note: Lead, Assistant, and/or Co-Leader status may be established based on experience.

Must have or obtain current First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
SELECTION PROCESS:

• Submit completed City of Redmond application packet along with a cover letter outlining why you are qualified for the position to
• Please note on your cover letter when you will be in the Redmond area (if you are an out-of-town student).
• Applicants who are invited to participate in the interview process will be notified by telephone or email.
• Contact Cindy Johnson at 425-556-2393 or for more information about summer programs.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED ONLINE AT:
15670 NE 85th Street
Human Resources - 3rd Floor
Redmond, WA 98052
425-556-2120
BENEFITS
This is a supplemental non-benefited position.
This position participates in Social Security.
This is a non-benefited position.
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Please select the positions you are interested in being considered for:

• Day Camp Counselor - Farm
• Day Camp Counselor - Arts
• Day Camp Counselor - Teen Center
• Day Camp Assistant Director
• Inclusion Specialist
• Day Camp Substitute

02
Please explain why you feel you are the most qualified candidate for this position, highlighting specific skills, personal attributes or other experience and knowledge that you will bring to the position.
03
Please indicate any days of the week, shifts, or dates you are not available to work.
04
Please list the date range between May - September that you are available to work.
05
Can you commit to attending the mandatory training on June 1 (FM) and the week of June 17-21 (all)?

• Yes
• No

06
Some positions may require driving a 15-passenger van. Are you comfortable with this, and do you have an insurable driving record?

• Yes
• No
• Not interested in a position that requires driving

07
Some positions may require swimming with campers. Are you comfortable and able to swim with the campers?

• Yes
• No
• Not interested in a position that requires swimming

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