Deadline: Sat, 05/20/2023 - 12:00pm Employer: Athens Clarke County Leisure Services Job Field: Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management Wildlife Other Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Georgia Location Detail: Athens, GA Job Description: The purpose of these positions is to create a positive, supportive, creative and safe learning environment during the day camp programs sponsored by the Leisure Services Department. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to participating in and conducting activities and programs. Lead campers in outdoor education & outdoor recreation activities including hiking, canoeing, archery, live animal encounters, and more. Director position oversees daily operations and supervision of participants/camp staff. Trains, supervises, and evaluates camp staff.Must be able to plan and create camp curriculum prior to start of camp.Interacts and provides communication with participants' parents/guardians. Counselors plan and implement daily activities.Ensures the creation of a positive, creative and supportive learning environment.Coordinates use of supplies and facilities. Conducts safety/operational inspections of camp related equipment (including vehicles used) and makes adjustments as needed.Handles discipline problems as required. Must be able to follow American Camp Association standards to maintain camp accreditation. Qualifications: Six months of experience working with children in a camp, daycare, or other recreational setting where child supervision was required; OR one full season of day camp experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess current first aid and CPR by start of camp. Training is provided. Some high school required. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Miscellaneous: Please attach resume to application & detail camp related experience. Course credit or intern/practicum hours may be available for students. PAY GRADE: $16.38 Camp Counselor $17.94 Camp Director $17.16 Teen Camp Supervisor Salary: $16.38/hr to $17.16/hr depending on position, 40 hours per week, 8 weeks of employment Benefits: N/A How to Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/athensclarke?keywords=camp%20 Use link above and apply online. Contact Randy Smith, 706-613-3615 or randy.smith@accgov.com with questions.
