Camp Counselor - SA2005 - REC-LS-YOUTH/TEEN SERVICES
City of Denton
Job Description
Title:
Afterschool Action Site Leader
Position ID:
SA2005
Department/Division:
Parks and Recreation
Reports to:
Recreational Care Supervisor
FLSA Designation:
Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive:
No
DOT:
No
DESCRIPTION:
Assists in creating, organizing and instructing a recreation program for youth for our afterschool program, including arts and crafts, homework time, physical activities, and special
interest activities for afterschool and other holiday/school closure days. Also includes assisting with various programs and special events on evenings and weekends.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Plans, organizes, and implements various recreational related activities for school age children (K-5th)
Leads, supervises, and conducts classes, activities, and special events
Must be able to properly supervise children and respond immediately in case of emergency, including administering first aid as necessary
Follow appropriate training and lead small group activities in an atmosphere where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning and recreational experiences
Maintain a clean and orderly environment for children
Assist in the enforcement of program rules
Maintain discipline and enforce proper safety precautions
Administer medication and maintain medical records and logs
Communicate effectively with the staff members, children, parents, administrators, and other contact persons using tact and good judgement
Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities
Model and maintain high ethical standards
Must be able to safely drive a 15-passenger van and transport children to various locations daily
Ensure all equipment and materials are accessible, appropriate, and in good condition
Maintains attendance, discipline, and injury records as needed
Enforce all site and State regulations
May be required to lift up to heavy items
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 18 years or older
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Knowledge of a variety of recreational day camp or afterschool activities and the ability to convey that knowledge into an organized recreational activity
Ability to assist in developing, coordinating, and directing varied activities involved in an afterschool program
Ability to maintain discipline
Ability to prepare and maintain reports
Ability to communicate effectively with parents, guardians, children, supervisors and co-workers
Ability to motivate children
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and proper dress rules
Knowledge of First Aid and CPR/AED procedures
Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations
Ability to meet deadlines
Some knowledge of childhood development and lesson planning for children
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ONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state
required minimum automobile liability insurance within 30 days of hire per state law) with reliable transportation to travel from site to site
Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, social security verification and criminal history background check
Must be able to obtain American Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult and Pediatric CPR/ AED and First Aid certification within 30 day of hire
Must attend and successfully complete the City’s Van Training course as soon as possible
Must be able to work January 4 – May 28, 2021
Must be able to work consistently Monday -Friday from 2:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. and for holiday and spring break camps, teacher in-service days, and other Recreational Care special events
and programs as needed on evenings and weekends
Position will be approximately 16-20 hours per week for the Afterschool Program and additional hours for Recreational care programs, camps, and Special Events held during daytime, evenings,
and on weekends
Must be available for various trainings during December 2020
PREFERENCES:
Completion of one year of college (prefer coursework emphasizing education, childhood development , or recreation studies)
Previous experience working in a camp or afterschool program setting
Knowledge of a variety of recreational day camp activities and the ability to convey that knowledge into organized recreational activities
Basic knowledge of childhood development
Basic skills in performing and instructing such activities as arts and crafts, sports, games, and creative dramatics, etc.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds
Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.
Codes for "how often":
Y = Yes N = No E = extensive (100-70%) M = moderate (60-30%) I = infrequent (20-10%) A = almost never (<10%) Task: Code:
Standing: E
Sitting: I
Walking: E
Lifting: M
Carrying: M
Pushing/Pulling: M
Overhead Work: I
Fine Dexterity: I
Kneeling: M
Crouching: M
Crawling: M
Bending: M
Twisting: M
Climbing: M
Balancing: Y
Vision: Y
Hearing: Y
Talking: Y
Video Display: I
Other:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of driving a 15-passenger van.
Requires lifting and use of chairs, tables, coolers and inflatables and other equipment as needed.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed in the outdoors under extreme heat and cold conditions.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Effective Date: 05/03/2005
Revision Date: 09/25/2020