Camp Counselor (Summer)

Salary: $18.72 - $22.09 HourlyLocation : Lynnwood, WAJob Type: SeasonalTemporary Non-BenefittedJob Number: 2025-00011Department: PARKSOpening Date: 02122025Closing Date: 4302025 11:59 PM PacificFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: PT SummaryCalling all graduating seniors and college students. We need you! Come work in our summer camp programs where you will learn valuable job skills such as leadership, problem solving, being organized, planning, and teamwork, all while leading games, songs, field trips, crafts, and science experiments. Spend THIS summer outside, having fun and being a role model to younger kids before you have to tackle internships and a career in the years to come. These skills can be applied to every job you have in the future. Start building for your future now!Quarterly Incentive Program:If you work 143 hours in a quarter you earn a bonus of $250.If you work 273 hours in a quarter you earn a bonus of $750. The incumbent in this position is responsible for planning and implementing the year-round and seasonal programs for pre-school and school age children. The position is within the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department, and works under the supervisory direction of the Recreation Supervisor. Essential Functions Includes but is not limited to such essential functions as listed below:•Plan, coordinate and implement dailyweekly safe, fun and stimulating recreationlearning activities for children which develop social skills, independence and self esteem; lead songs, games, arts & crafts, and group activities; prepare program materials; prepare weekly calendars.•Maintain daily records of program attendance, inventory supplies, and identify equipment needs; maintain authorized parentguardian waiver forms and tripactivity release forms.•Supervise participants on various field trips.•Direct and monitor volunteers, assigning them to work at specific stationsactivities each day.•Maintain accurate records of any incidents, property damage, accidents, etc., involving program participants or staff; prepare written reports as necessary.•Monitor program participants and maintain written documents regarding behavior and skills; meet with parents as necessary; prepare and submit evaluation forms on a regular basis to the Recreation Supervisor.•Attend weekly staff meetings.•Ensure safe storage and usage of equipment and supplies; set up and take down equipment as needed for program activities; clean rooms, facilities andor equipment as necessary.•Maintains regular attendance.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Clerical skills, including typing, filing, and operation of IBM compatible computers in Windows environment.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the public, co-workers, volunteers, and elected officials; must possess good interpersonal skills.Ability to promote good public relations and maintain effective interpersonal relations.Ability to problem solve effectively.Ability to work in a noisy environment with frequent interruptions.Ability to plan and carry out lessons appropriate to the developmental level of 3-5 year olds.Ability to manage multiple tasks, with attention to detail and with limited direct supervision.Ability to work with young children with varying skill levels. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to speak and hear to effectively exchange information.Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time (several hours).Ability to kneel, crouch or bend at the waist to installmove equipment and lead activities.Visual acuity to observe program participants, ensuring their safe participation.Ability to lift and move equipment andor supplies up to 50 lbs.Manual dexterity to set updismantle play equipment used in recreation activities.Ability to operate a 15 passenger van. Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age and have at least three months age-appropriate experience working with children, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Must have a valid Washington State Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier, possess current child and adult First Aid and CPR certifications and Blood Borne Pathogen training, or ability to acquire within one month of employment. Must also pass the Washington State Patrol background check. Additional Information Schedule may include evening and weekend activitiesevents.The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.FLSA Status: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: Non-Represented; General Salary OrdinanceFor information on City of Lynnwood's benefits, please click on the following link: 01 Are you 18 years of age or older? Yes No 02 Do you have experience workingvolunteering with youth? Yes No 03 If you answered Yes, explain. If you answered No, enter NA. 04 Do you know how to swim? Yes No 05 Do you have a valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier? Yes No 06 Do you have a current First Aid Card? Yes No 07 Do you have a current CPR Card? Yes No 08 Do you have a current Blood Borne Pathogen Training Certificate? Yes No 09 Do you have a current food handler permit? Yes No 10 Did a City of Lynnwood employee tell you about this position and ask you to apply? Yes No 11 Are you available June 17 - September 4 without any time off? 12 If you answered above that a City of Lynnwood employee referred you, specify a name below. If not, mark NA. 13 If you answered yes to availability to work, write na here. If you answered no, please explain here what restrictions of hours that you will have during the time period indicated above. Required Question

Created: 2025-03-02