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Downers Grove, IL - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Gilbert Park Camp Site Director
About us: The Downers Grove Park District enriches our community through natural area preservation and exceptional recreation parks and facilities that inspire memorable experiences. With almost 600 acres of parks and facilities there are thousands of opportunities for individuals of all ages and interests to grow play imagine and explore. Learn more at dgparks.
The Opportunity: Under the direction of the Lyman Woods Supervisor and in accordance with the mission vision and values of the Downers Grove Park District the Gilbert Park Camp Site Director is responsible for the program planning general safety and overall enjoyment of the patrons attending Gilbert Park Summer Camp. The position is also responsible for the coordination of daily program operations including but not limited to; organizing/creating activities camp lesson plans field trip prep and coordinating the movement of campers in the event of inclement weather. The Gilbert Park Camp Site Director is responsible for customer relations guidance and leading of camp staff managing potential safety risks and ensuring all equipment supplies and first aid kits are ready for program operation. At times there will be a need for the Gilbert Park Camp Director to do the job duties of a day camp counselor. You may also help guide high school age volunteers. The goal of the position is to ensure the smooth running of Gilbert Park Summer Camp by being the first contact for Gilbert Park Summer Camp Staff and parents. This position requires a high level of responsibility as you will be the onsite go to for all parents and staff. The Site Director will work independently and alongside camp counselors.
Location: Gilbert Park 1500 Gilbert Ave in Downers Grove IL and Lyman Woods 901 31stStreet in Downers Grove IL.
Pay:
  • Pay Rate: $17.50/hr
Additional Benefits:
  • Free membership to the 4500 Fitness Center
  • Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification Training
  • Various District Discounts
Work Schedule:
  • Monday Friday hours vary between 8:00am5:00pm
  • Summer camp runs for 12 weeks
  • You would work 40 hours depending on enrollment and staff availability
  • Responsible for transporting campers
  • Flexible time for weeks or days off as needed and approved by Supervisor
  • 1 week of staff training and orientation May 27th 30th.
  • Applicants should be available to start no later than May 27th(date flexible to hire best fit candidate)
A Day in the Life:
  • Ensure all materials for the day have been gathered or alternatives have been found before kids arrive.
  • Greet guardians and campers as they arrive properly execute sign in and out procedures.
  • Guide a group of camp counselors in accordance with planned lessons and outlines.
  • Help staff lead crafts hikes games and other handson activities.
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with participants parents supervisor and coworkers.
  • Ability to collect and submit all necessary records including daily attendance sheets rosters emergency forms and accident reports in accordance with District policy.
  • Responsible for program equipment and material used for camp activities as well as keeping program supplies wellorganized.
  • Follow and implement Downers Grove Park District policies and guidelines including safety practices
  • Observe campers behaviors assess its appropriateness and apply behavior management techniques
  • Assist in monitoring and maintaining the safety of all staff and campers. Transport campers for inclement weather when applicable in Park District Vehicles (must be 21 years or older).
  • Control and administer medication based on written consent
  • Performs all other duties and responsibilities not covered above but directed by Lyman Woods Supervisor
  • Attend staff meetings assist with trainings and evaluations of staff and special events
  • Understand communicate and assist in enforcing camp and Park District rules and policies.
Requirements for the Role:
  • 21 years of age or older
  • Selfmotivated
  • Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Strong problemsolving and communication skills
  • Able to adapt to changes in environment and program structure
  • 1 year of experience working with children and leading them in outdoor activities; prior day camp experience a plus
  • Knowledge of or experience pertaining to local wildlife ecology environmental studies natural history or similar lifescience based content preferred.
  • Collegelevel coursework in environmental education interpretation education natural sciences or related field preferred
  • 2 years informal or formal education teaching experience desired
  • Must possess certification in CPR and First Aid or become certified within 1 month of being hired (free training provided by the Park District if needed)
  • Able to hike stand sit crouch for extended periods of time as well as occasionally lifting objects up to 30 lbs.
Safety and Risk Management
  • Maintains a working knowledge of all general agency and departmentalspecific safety rules.
  • Promptly reports any workrelated or patron injuries to supervisor.
  • Attends required safety program and inservice education meetings.
  • Corrects unsafe conditions and/or reports them to supervisor.
What sets us apart:
  • Flexible hours
  • Supportive and friendly coworkers
  • Collaborative and connected management
  • Develop your problemsolving communication and leadership experience
  • Learn important life skills such as time management and influencing others
  • Work for a Distinguished Agency Park District
The Downers Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The District is required by Illinois Statute 70 ILCS 1205/823 to obtain a criminal conviction information concerning applicants and shall perform a criminal background check for applicant for all positions including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the District. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration but rather the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.


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