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This position is well suited for someone who is friendly, energetic, and interested in assisting and engaging children in interactive recreational and educational activities. Must be willing to work with livestock, including large animals. Should be able to work and communicate effectively with campers, parents, and farm staff. Must be available for the entire 9-week farm camp program.
Required: Must be at least 21 years of age. A strong background in education/childcare/coaching, knowledge of face-to-face program delivery, and a valid driver's license. Work/volunteer record that shows reliability, initiative, and good interpersonal skills. Must have or complete Mandated Reporter and CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire date (training provided by district). Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: At least two years of higher education in the field of education, recreation, or similar is preferred with at least one year of experience in a related field. A minimum of one year in a supervisory role and one year as a day Camp Counselor or similar position preferred.
Essential Functions of the Position or Role
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Parks and Planning, the Assistant Superintendent of Outdoor Education, the Manager of Farm Programs and Interpretive Services, and the Farm Programs Supervisor, the Primrose FarmCamp Counselor shall complete all assigned duties to the best of their abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:
Park District Cornerstones
- Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District's safety and risk management program.
- Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
- Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
- Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.
Core Responsibilities
- Possess and exhibit the desire to work with children and the ability to interact with children in a positive manner
- Serve as a Park District representative, provide leadership and work effectively with the general public, program participants, parents, other facility users, and fellow employees.
- Assist full-time staff with pre-season planning including creation of weekly and daily schedules, coordinating field trips, processing paperwork, etc.
- Work with parents, resolve problems and deal with individuals and situations in a respectful, positive, sensitive and mature manner.
- Apply appropriate positive discipline techniques with children and provide training of the same to counselors.
- Maintain safeguards over protected, privileged or confidential information, verbal and written, to prevent
- unauthorized disclosures.
- Take ownership of the day-to-day operation of Primrose Farm camp, leading activities, providing guidance to other part-time counselors/volunteers, supervising up to 18 children ages 5-12, and reporting to full-time staff.
- Take initiative to develop stimulating activities for children.
- Directly supervise all scheduled activities including off-site programs and pool visits.
- Keep a running inventory of supplies and request supplies as needed in a timely manner.
- Assist campers with basic livestock chores.
- Follow all safety procedures that pertain to duties involved, including any current COVID-19 policies.
- Perform first aid and CPR as needed.
Marginal or Additional Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Lift or move camp equipment and materials.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Position or Activity
Frequently
46-100% of the time
Occasionally
16-45% of the time
Rarely
0-15% of the time
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Balancing
X
Stooping/Kneeling
X
Crouching
X
Crawling
X
Reaching
X
Handling/Feeling
X
Standing
X
Strength
Routinely push, pull and/or lift to waist up to 40 lbs. unassisted and at times 41-50 lbs. with assistance.
Requires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.
EEO Statement and Accommodations
The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.
