Camp Counselor

Department: Tourism, Civic Affairs & Recreation Hours: Seasonal, Full Time Job Description JOB TITLE: CAMP COUNSELOR The Camp Counselor will perform a variety of tasks in a summer camp setting including recreation activities, arts and crafts, sports, games, drama performances, camping, and hobbies. Requirements Enthusiastic and positive attitude. Excellent communication skills. Ability to learn and enforce the camps safety and operating rules. Must attend staff meetings and orientation during the summer season. Must complete and pass a background check. Physical Demands Must be able to swim and pass a swim test (if applicable). Able to participate in games, sports, and physical activities including water-based games and activities. Able to maintain attention and high level of energy or excitement for extended periods of time. Must be able to spend majority the of time outdoors and tolerate a variety of weather conditions. Role and Responsibilities Oversees the daily operations of recreational facilities. Plans and leads activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies. Enforces camp rules and regulations and ensures safety in the recreational facilities. Performs first aid following prescribed procedures and contacts emergency medical personnel when required by the situation. Demonstrates use of recreational equipment and teaches participants the principles, techniques, and safety procedures for each activity. Greets new arrivals and introduces them to other campers; explains camp and facility rules. Reports camper complaints to leadership and works to resolve issues. Performs other related duties as required. Staff Development Must act and represent the City of Cape May in a positive and professional manner. Maintain a standard of performance on daily tasks. Attend regularly scheduled departmental meetings for all areas necessary. Maintain communication with other Recreation staff members and your supervisors. Communicate clear and concise information as needed to patrons, students, emergency medical service personnel and police services. Adhere to all Cape May Recreation guidelines and non-negotiables. Knowledge and Abilities Ability to enforce policies while providing a high level of customer service to campers, faculty/staff, and community members. Ability to display a positive attitude for all patrons and Cape May Recreation staff. Ability to prioritize tasks, manages their time and balance professional and personal commitments. Arrives prepared and on time for work and consistently demonstrates service excellence. Able to assess a situation and make an informed decision independently. Ability to work as a team with other staff and management. Positively promotes Cape May Recreation to peers and patrons. Transferrable Skills Critical Thinking Understanding and Appreciation for Human Differences Evaluation will be based on self, peer, and supervisory evaluations. Type - Full Time, Seasonal Hourly Rate - $17.00 per hour Benefits - This position is seasonal and not eligible for benefits The City of Cape May is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact Us City of Cape May, NJ 643 Washington Street Cape May, NJ 08204 p: View phone number on click.appcast.io F: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr