Job Information
The Frances Xavier Warde School Nfp Summer Camp Counselor in Chicago, Illinois
Job Summary
We are looking to hire a number of Summer Camp roles at our Day Camp based in downtown Chicago. Our camp is setup as a traditional Day Camp, in a premier independent school facility. Summer camp counselors will lead children through a variety of activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking, science, swimming and much more. Camp will be 5 days per week for 6 weeks. Counselors must love working with kids ages 4 through 13, and enjoy running around, engaging the kids in the full day of activities planned.
Job duties
Provide campers a safe environment.
Enforce all rules that pertain to the Day Camp and facility on a constant basis.
Adhere to check-in and check-out policy.
Maintain a vigilant watch on campers in all program areas.
Perform regular head counts and keep an accurate attendance list of assigned children.
Follow and adhere to discipline procedures.
Maintain cleanliness and order of camp in order to ensure safety.
Ensure the safe use of the facility and execution of activities through enforcement of facility and activity-specific regulations and insuring that only authorized patrons participate.
Protect, maintain, and be accountable for group camp supplies such as assigned radio, folder and group backpack.
Report any and all facility defects/problems to Camp Manager or Lead Counselor.
May be required to wear activity appropriate attire (i.e., swimwear for Aquatics, etc.)
Attend all mandatory meetings/training.
Provide enriching and stimulating environment.
Provide leadership with enthusiasm.
Plan activities, lesson plans, and supervision of activity stations with the help of other counselors.
Provide excellent customer service and communication with parents.
Interface respectfully with peers, supervisors and customers of various socio-economic backgrounds.
Handle disputes with participants, parents and students in a professional manner with guidance of Camp Manager or Lead Counselor.
Communicate any disciplinary issues to Camp Manager and parents.
Preferred Qualifications
Reliable, hardworking, and fun personality.
Must be 16 years of age or older and be available for all 6 weeks to be considered. (Please be aware that anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian complete required compliance paperwork with employee. Paperwork includes, not limited too; Fingerprint, Background Check, Authorization to work in the United States, References, Mandated Reporter Training as well as other trainings)
For the summer of 2023, all camp counselors who are eligible to receive the vaccine, need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 before beginning.
Background working with school-based auxiliary programs or summer camps.
A valid First Aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency.
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