Camp Counselor

*CAMP COUNSELOR* *Seasonal Position (June – August, 2024)* *Worksite*: Creek Bend Farm Wilson Nature Center *Work Schedule: *Generally - First Shift (8:00am-5:00pm) Weekends, holidays and additional hours as required *Reports To*: Program Supervisor *MINUMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS:* An example of acceptable qualifications: Experience working with children.
Basic knowledge of local natural resources.
Preference given to those who have earned or are working towards a degree in Education, Interpretation, Natural Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Environmental Sciences, Biology, or related field.
Must be 16 years of age at start of employment; Confident public speaker to all ages.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
*LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:* In accordance with O.
R.
C.
4109.
02, age and schooling certificate (i.
e.
, work permit) required if under the age of 18; First aid/CPR certification preferred; references required; must pass background check; have an acceptable driving record if licensed; must meet the requirements for being insured by the Park District’s insurance provider.
*EQUIPMENT OPERATED: *The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Vehicles, A/V equipment, hand tools (if at least 18 years of age); computer and other office equipment; computer software (e.
g.
, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, data collection software; inventory and facility management software, Internet web browser, electronic mail software, etc.
); custodial equipment; other programming equipment.
*JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO*: Supervises campers; Provide first aid to campers in accordance with camp policies; Willingness to work with others in a team environment; exhibit a professional manner with patrons/volunteers; works with/mentors youth camp volunteers; assists with cleaning, assists with kayak and canoe program; overnight camps; rope climbing; customer service and clerical work; assists with animal care and upkeep of program animals; develops nature camp curriculum associated with outdoor education, nature interpretation, environmental sciences, preservation, wise use of natural resources, historical/cultural education, the arts and related topics.
*STARTING WAGE:* $13.
00 / hourly APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE ON WEBSITE: lovemyparks.
com INTERESTED APPLICANTS MAY APPLY BY APPLICATION EITHER BY: E-mail OR AT OUR MAIN OFFICE: Sandusky County Park District, 1329 Tiffin Street, Fremont, OH 43420 between 8 am & 3 pm.
*DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Until Filled* SANDUSKY COUNTY PARK DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER POSTING TO BE REMOVED ONLY BY SANDUSKY COUNTY PARK DISTRICT This Company Describes Its Culture as: * Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused * Innovative -- innovative and risk-taking * Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented * Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture * Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes * People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused * Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay: $13.
00 per hour Benefits: * Employee assistance program * Flexible schedule Schedule: * 8 hour shift Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * Experience with Children: 1 year (Preferred) * Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * First Aid Certification (Preferred) * CPR Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person