JobID: 362

Position Type:
Camps & Programs/Day Camp Staff

Date Posted:
12/30/2025

Location:
Park Place Family Recreation Center

Additional Information:
JOB SUMMARY

The Day Camp Counselor is under the direction and supervision of their Specific Day Camp Director and the Recreation Manager overseeing the camp. The counselor is responsible for planning, organizing and leading activities for their group of campers. Day Camp Counselors will work up to seven (7.0) hours per day, Monday-Friday, (8:45 - 4:00 pm) during the summer months. Camp runs from June 1st - August 21st. Paid training week will be from May 27th.
This is an at-will position.
Starting pay is 15.25 per hour. The range is 15.25 - 15.25 per hour.

Hiring for Before and After Camp as well
Before Camp Hours 6:45-9:00AM
After Camp Hours 4:00-6:00PM

Qualifications

Employee must be at least 16 years old or older. Van Driver must be at least 21 years of age.
Employee must be prompt to work.
Employee must be CPR and AED Certified within two weeks of starting.
Employee must possess the knowledge and skills of planning, organizing, and leading a variety of creative and quality activities.
Employee must have one (1) year of experience in leading children, outdoor recreation, nature awareness and camp crafts.
Employee must have experience in a team environment.
Employee must be patient, compassionate, and understanding, yet also be firm in decision making and assertive.
Employee must possess the ability to work well with the general public and Park District employees.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Employee will help the Camp Director with planning activities and writing a lesson plan and newsletter for the campers in cooperation with other staff members.
Employee must notify Day Camp Director of any parent complaints or uncontrollable discipline problems. Also notify Day Camp Director of any major health or safety hazards.
Employee must follow all accident reporting procedures, including completing an accident/incident form and submitting to the Day Camp Director.
Employee must be fair and consistent in maintaining discipline and maintain a positive attitude.
Employee must make sure any equipment used by the Director or Counselors is put away neatly and promptly after an activity.
Employee must report any equipment damages, supplies needed, and shortages to the Day Camp Director.
Employee must participate in weekly staff meetings.
Employee must help to close and clean up after the last session of camp in August.
Employee must attend all staff training.
Employee must demonstrate, lead, and support the Park District's mission statement, vision and core values.
Employee must perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Streamwood Park District’s safety program.

Secondary Duties & Responsibilities

Employee must maintain a courteous, polite and mature attitude when dealing with the public (even if not involved with day camp), answer any questions if knowledgeable, or refer to appropriate place to find the answer.
Employee must exhibit quality leadership in teaching skills and activities to the campers and be an appropriate role model.
Employee must adhere to Park District policies and procedures as described in the Personnel Policies Manual and the Day Camp Staff Manual.
Employee is Responsible for the health and safety of all campers.
Employee must perform all other duties as assigned and/or needed.

Cognitive Considerations

Must be able to follow directions from supervisor.
Must use good safety awareness and judgement.
Must have ability to read, write and organize materials.

Psychological Considerations

Employee must act as a role model and respect the environment, site and facilities.
Employee must be able to work independently in day-to-day operations with general direction of the Day Camp Director.
Employee must demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work.
Employee must be able to work in a team atmosphere, while promoting the Park District's mission statement, vision and core values.
Employee must have the ability to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situations.
Employee must have the ability to recognize priorities and meet deadlines.
Employee must have the ability to receive constructive criticism and/or supervision.
Employee must have the ability to be flexible and adaptable to new situations.
Employee must possess enthusiasm and drive with a desire to accomplish goals and objectives.

Environmental & Physical Demands

Employee may be required to work both inside and outside during various environmental conditions, such as, but not limited to rain and mud, hot and cold temperatures, exposure to dust, fumes, dirt, and noise.
Employee may be exposed to various communicable diseases. (i.e. chicken pox, head lice, etc.).
Employee must operate and handle assigned equipment.
Employee must have the physical agility to maintain mobility from site to site, and be able to perform moderate manual tasks.
Employee may perform duties which include, but are not limited to prolonged lifting, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, and climbing for extended periods of time.
The majority of day camp is held outside. Weather plays a very important role of day camp as to what activities will be held. when assisting the Camp Director planning for the day, always have back-up plans in case the weather is not cooperating. An alternate plan should already be in place for every day.

Benefits
Please see applicable benefits at:

TARGET HIRING RANGE: $15.25 - $15.25 per hour.

If interested, please apply early. Recruiting and interviewing will begin soon.

The Streamwood Park District is an equal opportunity employer.

Summer Seasonal Day Camp Counselor - June 1st-August 21st - Training May 27th - Full-time / Part-time

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