Environmental Education Camp Counselor and Enrichment Activity

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Position is responsible for every day operational tasks of the Environmental Education Day Camp programs under the supervision and direction of day camp coordinator.

Position Responsibilities

· Follows all Indy Parks and Recreation Seasonal Policies and Procedures. Supervises campers.

· Develops and maintains programming supplies, educational materials, biological and geological specimens

· Coordinates daily nature activities including hiking, crafts, and nature lessons.

· Implements daily attendance procedures, activities, and field trip schedule.

· Communicate with parents, counselors, and park staff .

· This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

· Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

· Bachelor's degree or working toward a degree in Interpretation, Recreation, Environmental Education, Education, or Natural Resources strongly preferred. Or 3-4 years of experience in Interpretation, Recreation, Environmental Education, Education, or Natural Resources

· Strongly preferred knowledge of Indiana flora, fauna, ecosystems, and biological interactions and concepts.

· Must be at least 18 years of age and have at least 2 years' experience working with youth in a supportive environment.

· Must have current certification in CPR/First Aid prior to summer employment. (prior to starting)

· Must have good communication and organizational skills.

· Must be able to work daytime hours ranging from 7:00am to 6:00pm.

Independent Judgment

· Follows the established policies and procedures of the department.

· Adheres to all rules and regulations.

· Independent judgment may occur in decisions regarding day camp programs, activities, handling discipline problems, emergency situations, wild animals, and dealing with the public.

Working Conditions

· Work is primarily performed in an outdoor setting at a park site.

· Working conditions include all outdoor weather and environmental conditions, traveling on buses, in-water activities (creek stomps, water balloons and spray pad).

· Work is performed in the company of large numbers of children, adults and general park users.

Company Description

Skill Demand Energy is a nationally certified minority-owned company with our Corporate Headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, and multiple offices across the U.S.

Skill Demand Energy partners with utilities, local and state governments, and other entities to provide solutions to reduce America's energy usage within the residential, commercial, and industrial and government sectors. We are a dynamic multiculturally owned firm fully committed to cocreate with our teams truly inclusive and equitable working environments that results in thriving diversity and professional success.

We are committed to hiring individuals that are representative of the communities our programs are designed to serve. Our work elevates co-creation through cultivating trust and acting with transparency. We recognize that representation matters.

Company Description

Skill Demand Energy is a nationally certified minority-owned company with our Corporate Headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, and multiple offices across the U.S.\r\n\r\nSkill Demand Energy partners with utilities, local and state governments, and other entities to provide solutions to reduce America's energy usage within the residential, commercial, and industrial and government sectors. We are a dynamic multiculturally owned firm fully committed to cocreate with our teams truly inclusive and equitable working environments that results in thriving diversity and professional success.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to hiring individuals that are representative of the communities our programs are designed to serve. Our work elevates co-creation through cultivating trust and acting with transparency. We recognize that representation matters.