Summer Camp Counselor 2024

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Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builder-an employee with the City of Gainesville- you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it's a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.
Department:
GG_Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs: Youth Services
Salary will be based on qualifications.
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Job Details:
SUMMARY
This is temporary, entry level work teaching, instructing and leading recreational activities, events and programs of the City's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs (PRCA) facilities.
Positions allocated to this class report to a designated supervisor and works under close supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its emphasis on recreational instruction and activities leadership work of a temporary nature.
Job Description:
The City of Gainesville's Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs is seeking an innovative, forward thinking, fun and flexible individual with the right combination of education and experience to fill a Summer Camp Counselor position. Embrace the organization's vision of an equitable community for all and a sustainable community for the future; join in serving neighbors and building community.
Tasks to be performed may include but not limited to:

• Participate in mandatory orientation training.
• Assist with oversight and planning of recreational activities such as fitness & wellness, cultural arts, field trips and other related programming.
• Supervise individual campers and small groups of various ages while maintaining the cleanliness of activity areas.
• Ensure adherence to standard and established safety policies, procedures, guidelines, and operating requirements.
• Conduct routine maintenance and custodial tasks of assigned recreation facility.

To be considered for this position you must have:

• Turned sixteen years of age before the established start date for Summer Campor graduated from High School or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• At least six (6) months of experience volunteering, teaching, leading or instructing children in an organized recreational or childcare setting or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Ability to pass Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) background check upon appointment and as requested.
• Transportation to all program sites and ability work various hours between 6:30am and 6:30pm and availability to work June 5 through July 28.

Required Certifications or Licenses:

• Valid Florida Driver's License is required upon appointment.
• American Red Cross certification (or equivalent) in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid is required upon appointment.

Notes:

• Work may require the performance of tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions.
• Work may require knowledge of personal computers and related software
• May require assessment(s).
• May establish eligibility list.
• May fill multiple positions.

Note:
May Require Assessment(s).
May fill multiple positions.
May establish an eligibility list.
Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Not only do we offer traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, interest free loans for purchase of fitness equipment, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy.
If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.