Camp Site Supervisor - Community Programs

Overview:

The Camp Site Supervisor - Community Programs is a seasonal position. We offer competitive compensation, and PTO for seasonal employees.

Job Purpose:
The Site Supervisor is responsible for organizing, supervising, and leading both the camp and staff to ensure that it is positive, encouraging, respectful, and fun environment for all involved. A high priority is placed on communication, organization, and risk management with this position. The Site Supervisor will oversee one of the following areas (depending on assignment):
General Recreation, Sports, Ice Rink, Teens/Counselors in Training, Nature/Adventure, Special Interests/Arts or Early Childhood.

Essential Functions:

• Actively participate in all training prior to the start of camp
• Understand and assist with maintaining American Camp Association (ACA) and risk management (PDRMA) standards
• Monitor and maintain the safety of all campers and staff on weekly field trips and pool visits when applicable
• Create and monitor attendance sheets, ensuring that campers are properly signed in and out, and call to check with families when a child is not in attendance
• Communicate with parents/guardians about daily activities and camper progress
• Set and enforce camp rules and expectations with both staff and campers
• Understand, communicate, and enforce Park District rules and policies to campers and the public
• Attend all staff meetings and training programs as specified, in addition to leading on-site meetings with counseling staff
• Train, supervise, mentor, and evaluate camp counselors and counselors in training
• Prepare and review mid-season and final evaluations for all camp staff
• Create detailed lesson plans and calendars that include a variety of age appropriate activities to keep campers and staff active, excited, safe, and engaged
• Play an active role in leading the daily schedule as well as initiate spontaneous activities to accommodate agenda conflicts/changes
• Address any staff or camper behavior/disciplinary issues with the appropriate individuals
• Inventory camp and first aid supplies; requisition as needed
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents immediately
• Keep program supplies, equipment, and facility space clean and organized
• Manage allotted budget and retain receipts
• Become familiar with participants and parents; know their names, personalities, skills and interests
• Identify and observe equipment daily for possible maintenance needs and adjustments; report maintenance needs to Coordinator
• Complete all paperwork as required including, but not limited to reports and logs
• Wear Park District staff shirt and identification during all work hours
• Cleaning and disinfecting work/camp area daily, throughout the day

Additional Functions:

• Occasionally assist with events and programs

• Complete other duties as assigned by Supervisor or other Park District administration

• Distribute schedule and calendar to parents

• Model and promote good leadership and teamwork in campers; prepare lessons and/or discussions on these topics that correlate with weekly activities

Knowledge, Skill, and Work Experience Required:

• Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current. The District provides this training.

• Must obtain Mandated Reporter Certification

• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED; college coursework in recreation, education, social work, or related field preferred

• Knowledge of age-appropriate recreational activities

• Must be organized, responsible, professional, and able to coordinate a wide variety of activities each week

• Must have the ability to solve problems as they arise and be able to perform tasks without direct supervision

• Must possess basic knowledge of a variety of age appropriate activities or skills applicable to camp assignment:
General Recreation, Sports, Swim & Skate, Teens/Counselors in Training, or Special Interests/Arts

• Must be highly motivated and able to assume a positive and active role in the camp,…