Youth In Action Camp Counselor

Position Summary:

The Youth In Action Counselor position for Kent County Parks & Recreation requires experience with middle school
age children and knowledge of age-appropriate activities. The Youth In Action Camp Counselor must have excellent
communication skills, excellent judgment skills, be able to work independently, as well as in a team atmosphere, and be
responsible for the safety of children. In addition, candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have experience
driving 15 passenger vans to be considered for this position. The Youth In Action Camp Counselor must be able to
resolve conflicts with children, parents, and staff, possess the ability to be firm but friendly and must be able to be
articulate and professional when dealing with parents, children, and staff. Priority will be given to candidates with high
levels of energy, enthusiasm, long term interest in working with children, and who can be available for the entire camp
schedule and orientation (mid-June to mid-August). This position requires the candidate to be able to work
independently and be responsible for groups of children on a daily basis. This position is considered to be one that is in
the public eye and should always reflect a professional manner as well as exceptional character attributes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Following, enforcing and being responsible for all program regulations and operating standards.
• Responsible for safety and well-being of children.
•  Completing and following daily schedule.
•  Keeping supplies, equipment, vehicles, and facilities in good condition.
•  Accurately completing required paperwork.
•  Resolving conflicts between children.
•  Administering First Aid to children as needed.
•  Transporting children to scheduled activities in a safe manner.
• Coordinating team building activities as needed.
•  Knowing and following all regulations including those required by the Department of Health.
•  Other duties as assigned.
•  The position requires up to a (50) fifty hour per week (ten hours per day) during the (8) eight-week program.

Position Requirements:

• Attend orientation,
• A yearly pre-employment medical form completed (a negative TB test required for first year employees),
• Current First Aid & CPR certification (offered during orientation)
• Proof of age (photo ID).
• Valid driver’s license,
• Supply a copy of a (3) three-year driving record from the MVA at the time the application is filed
  
• Completion of a defensive driving class (offered during orientation).

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

•  Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds,
• Light cleaning,
• Driving, 
• Actively engaging in indoor/outdoor recreational activities with participants

Kent County Government provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.