Camp Site Supervisor - Community Programs

Job Details

Job Location: Various District Facilities Camp & Schools - Oak Park, IL 60302Position Type: SeasonalEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: Non-Union

Overview:

The Camp Site Supervisor - Community Programs is a seasonal position. We offer competitive compensation, and PTO for seasonal employees.

Job Purpose:
The Site Supervisor is responsible for organizing, supervising, and leading both the camp and staff to ensure that it is positive, encouraging, respectful, and fun environment for all involved. A high priority is placed on communication, organization, and risk management with this position. The Site Supervisor will oversee one of the following areas (depending on assignment): General Recreation, Sports, Ice Rink, Teens/Counselors in Training, Nature/Adventure, Special Interests/Arts or Early Childhood.

Essential Functions:

•  Actively participate in all training prior to the start of camp
•  Understand and assist with maintaining American Camp Association (ACA) and risk management (PDRMA) standards
• Monitor and maintain the safety of all campers and staff on weekly field trips and pool visits when applicable
•  Create and monitor attendance sheets, ensuring that campers are properly signed in and out, and call to check with families when a  child is not in attendance
•  Communicate with parents/guardians about daily activities and camper progress
•  Set and enforce camp rules and expectations with both staff and campers
•  Understand, communicate, and enforce Park District rules and policies to campers and the public
•  Attend all staff meetings and training programs as specified, in addition to leading on-site meetings with counseling staff
•  Train, supervise, mentor, and evaluate camp counselors and counselors in training
•  Prepare and review mid-season and final evaluations for all camp staff
•  Create detailed lesson plans and calendars that include a variety of age appropriate activities to keep campers and staff active, excited, safe, and engaged 
•  Play an active role in leading the daily schedule as well as initiate spontaneous activities to accommodate agenda conflicts/changes
•  Address any staff or camper behavior/disciplinary issues with the appropriate individuals
•  Inventory camp and first aid supplies; requisition as needed
•  Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents immediately
•  Keep program supplies, equipment, and facility space clean and organized
•  Manage allotted budget and retain receipts
•  Become familiar with participants and parents; know their names, personalities, skills and interests
•  Identify and observe equipment daily for possible maintenance needs and adjustments; report maintenance needs to Coordinator
•  Complete all paperwork as required including, but not limited to reports and logs
•  Wear Park District staff shirt and identification during all work hours
• Cleaning and disinfecting work/camp area daily, throughout the day

Additional Functions:
• Occasionally assist with events and programs
• Complete other duties as assigned by Supervisor or other Park District administration
• Distribute schedule and calendar to parents
• Model and promote good leadership and teamwork in campers; prepare lessons and/or discussions on these topics that correlate with weekly activities 

Knowledge, Skill, and Work Experience Required:
• Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current.  The District provides this training.
• Must obtain Mandated Reporter Certification
• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED; college c