Position Type:
Recreation/ARC – Afterschool Recreation Club Counselor
Date Posted:
7/11/2023
Location:
Lake Bluff Recreation Center
The Lake Bluff Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
POSITION SUMMARY
Enjoy working with children in a fun environment? Consider joining our team as an After School Club (ARC) Counselor. The ARC Counselor is responsible for providing after school care and guidance to children in grades K – 5th.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Facilitate recreational activities.
- Cooperation with the entire staff in working together for the welfare of the children and program.
- Maintain a positive working relationship with other staff.
- Maintain a professional image and enforce all rules, regulations, and work to create a safe environment.
- Clean up the facility prior to closing.
- Employee must possess the ability to deal with residents, staff and job responsibilities under stressful conditions
HOURS AND PAY
This is a part time seasonal position working 2 – 5 days per week during the school season, mid August to early June. Flexible work days and hours. Typical shifts are 2:00pm – 4:30pm, 4:00pm – 6:00pm or 2:00pm – 6:00pm, On school closure days hours will range from 8:00am – 6:00pm. Pay range for this position is $13.00 – $15.00 per hour depending on qualifications. Includes free fitness membership and program discounts.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
The ARC Counselor must be at least 16 years of age. Must have current First-Aid, CPR, and AED certification or able to obtain within 90 days. Must demonstrate maturity, reliability, imitative and responsibility and show genuine interest in character youth development. Previous school-aged experience preferred. Must possess excellent customer service skills; friendly and outgoing; the first person to greet guests. Must be able to handle concerns, complaints and/or compliments in a professional and respectful manner.
- Capable of communicating and working effectively with the public and all levels of Park District staff
- Able to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situations
- Ability to accept constructive criticism and or/supervision
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations
- Must be articulate, personable, and able to speak to patrons
- Should possess enthusiasm and drive with a desire to accomplish goals and objectives
- Ability to work in a team atmosphere as well as independently