To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

CAMP COUNSELOR JOB POSTING
Department: Special Events
Pay Grade: 10
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

The Camp Counselor position is a summer-seasonal position performed under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor. Incumbents in this position are responsible for leading, directing, and assisting youth enrolled in summer camp group activities, educational programs, arts and crafts, team sports, off-site field trips.
 

• Supervises campers during all summer camp activities.
• Assists in the coordination of program activities including but not limited to team sports, games, arts and crafts, workshops, special events and off-site field trips.
• Guides and supports individual campers in participating successfully in summer camp activities.
• Enforces summer camp safety rules and carries out established procedures for ensuring the health and safety of summer camp participants.
• Reports and records details of incidents, such as accidents or rule violations.
• Cleans, maintains and ensures proper use of all camp facilities and equipment.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• A minimum of three (3) months of experience working or volunteering with children in a camp setting, youth program, recreation or in a related field
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR AED Heartsaver certification prior to the commencement of summer camp
• Must be able to swim

PAY RATE: $15.90 to $25.43 PER HOUR
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures for children
• Ability to communicate effectively with campers, coworkers, and parents
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with campers and their parents or guardians
• Ability to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, injury, etc.)
• Ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to activities

The work is light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, feeling, handling, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, reaching, speaking, stooping, standing, standing, visual acuity, and walking. Tasks may require frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions and the ability to identify and respond to those conditions and hazards.
The Town provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender/sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, military status, genetic information or any other legally protected status. This philosophy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted by first review of applications which will be 5:00
pm. on March 25, 2025 to the Human Resources Department at:

Lake Park Town Hall
535 Park Avenue
Lake Park, FL 33403

Applications can be downloaded from the Town's website at www.lakeparkflorida.gov