Dance Camp Counselor

ABOUT US:The Des Plaines Park District established in 1919 features more than 50 parks and facilities. As an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency we service a culturally diverse and growing community with hundreds of affordable recreational and educational programs classes and events for kids teens adults and families each season. Enriching Lives Everyday is our vision and our constant goal.

JOB IDENTIFICATION

JobTitle: Camp Counselor

Grade: II

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Recreation

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

Reportsto: Recreation SupervisorCamp Director &Coordinator

Supervises: n/a

BASIC FUNCTION
Responsible for the safety education and recreation programming for a variety of dance classes.

Seasonal Position (8 weeksession).Average 18-33 hours a week 5 days per week 3.5-6.5 hours per day

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Attendall pre-season in servicetraining sessions and staff meetings.

1. Responsible for the safety education and recreation programming for the campparticipantas assigned.

1. Assistwithend of dayduties as assigned by the Dance & Arts Camp/CampReMixCoordinator.

1. Implementprojectsanddemonstrate choreography as directed by Camp .

1. Supervise and lead group activity sessionsin both dance and art.

1. Communicate matters of importance with theprogCoordinator.

1. Submit routine paperwork such as Incident Reports as they come due.

1. Enforce camp rulesand district behavior management policy.

1. Work cooperatively as a team member with other program staff members.

1. Evaluatesparticipantsprogress and performance on a continual basis for the purpose ofimmediatelyhelping theparticipantto improve their dance skills and confidence.

1. Ensuresafetyof all staff and participants.

1. Responsible forexecutingemergency responseplanandrespondto emergency situations as they occur.

1. Any other related duties assigned byDirector and/orCamp Coordinatoror Recreation Supervisor.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or in progress

Experience: Must be 16 years of age or over in-depth experience in dance

Previousexperience working with ages experiencepreferred.

Must have cleared an Illinois State Police Criminal background check.

Certifications: CPR and First Aid CertificationClasses available through Park District

PERKS & BENEFITS: SEASONAL STAFF

• All recreational facilities at no charge during active employment discounts for dependents
• A free individual outdoor pool pass to three aquatic facilities or family pass at 25% discount
• 3 months free of a fitness center and/or indoor aquatic center pass
• $5.00 off resident daily fees for golf facilities (including mini golf)

Des Plaines Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Des Plaines Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race creed gender color national origin religion age sexual orientation or disability. If you need any special accommodations please contact Human Resources at the Park District at or email at so that we may make the necessary arrangements for you.