Camp Counselor

Recreation Education for Kids (REK) Counselor JobID: 850 Position Type: Parks and Recreation Line Employees Date Posted: 7/6/2026 Location: Parks and Recreation Offices Title: Recreation & Education for Kids (REK) Counselor Pay rate: $19.4014-$20.4792 JOB SUMMARY Responsible work in the planning, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of a variety of challenging, engaging, interesting, age appropriate activities for a specific unit within an after school program. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS First responder for all medical emergency procedures and may be exposed to possible health risks. Supervises lavatories, assists children in daily living skills, and may be required to perform janitorial duties. Responsible for the daily accountability, supervision, health and safety of their assigned unit. Resolves conflicts between participants. Plans and implements daily activities for participants in conjunction with director and other staff members. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Completes required program forms. Attends weekly staff meetings. Maintains facility and all Town equipment. Adheres to and enforces all Town and departmental policies and procedures. Performs related work as required. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge of a variety of leisure skills such as arts and crafts, music, drama, physical fitness, nature, team and individual sports. Ability to deal effectively with parents, participants, and other Town employees. Strong leadership. Ability to motivate staff and participants. Ability to work well with children ages 4 to 12 and possess an understanding of their social, emotional and physical abilities. Strong creativity and organizational skills. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT/ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS Able to lift light objects between 20 and 50 pounds. Able to perform moderately difficult manipulative skills such as writing and typing. Able to perform tasks which require hand eye coordination such as demonstrating a specific leisure skill. Able to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods. Able to see objects far away and closely. Able to hear normal sounds with some background noise such as a call for help from a child. Able to communicate through human speech as in talking with a child. Able to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption. Needs to attend to task/function for 25 – 40 minutes. Able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others during the course of the day. Exposure to blood, body tissues or fluids, seasonal conditions in outside weather, and to loud or unpleasant noises. JOB QUALIFICATIONS 16 years of age or older. Must possess previous experience with children. Attend mandatory training session in CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens and overall departmental policies. Must be able to work flexible hours. The above description is illustrative. It is intended as a guide and must not be taken as a complete itemizing of all facets of any job. #J-18808-Ljbffr