Salary: $14.00 – $17.00 Hourly
Location : Cary, NC
Job Type: Temporary, Part-Time
Job Number: 24-01929
Department: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Division: Recreation Programs
Opening Date: 08/04/2023
Closing Date: 10/31/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Description
Cary is seeking energetic, creative, and top-quality individuals at least 18 years of age who are enthusiastic about working with elementary-aged children to serve as Track-Out Camp Counselors. Candidates must be available to work an average of 15-20 hours per week, with a flexible schedule, Monday through Friday. Camp Counselors are responsible for effectively organizing and instructing recreational and educational activities for youth day camps.
Employment for Track-Out Camp starts in September 2023 and runs through May 2024. Camp Staff are required to participate in general training prior to camp (dates TBD).
Track-Out Camp is held at Bond Park Community Center.
This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Cary is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. Our goal is for our workplace to be one where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Typical Tasks
Manages the group to ensure a safe and healthy camp for all participants during all activities (classroom, gym, outside, bus/transportation, off site field trips);
Uses group management skills to engage all children in daily activities;
Sets up, takes down, and works with others to sanitize/clean camp room and equipment daily;
Carries out behavior management procedures and handles camper emergencies;
Assists with camp opening and closing;
Assists with camper drop-off and pick-up;
Performs other job-related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of traditional camps; General knowledge of equipment and supplies required for camp operation; Good organizational and time management skills; Strong oral and written communication skills; Ability to acquire knowledge of Town of Cary policies, procedures, and services of the department; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with general public and with other staff; Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Ability to exercise judgment in controlling the activities, behavior, and safety of camp attendees.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old and have a proven ability to interact with youth.
CPR and First-aid Certification preferred; training opportunities available.
Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.
Regular Full-Time Employees
Cary is pleased to provide excellent, competitive, and comprehensive benefits to serve the needs of our employees and their families.
Because Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.
All regular full-time employees of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee’s hire date.
01
Do you have a combination of education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED?
- Yes
- No
02
Please indicate your certification status for CPR, First Aid, AED, or Epi-Pen.
- I am already certified.
- I am not certified but am willing to obtain certification with provided training.
- I am not certified and not willing to participate in provided training.
03
Please describe your previous experience supervising youth. Include details on where this experience was gained, for how long, and what age groups you were involved with. If you do not have this experience, enter “N/A”.
04
Training will be scheduled the week of September 4 (exact dates TBD) and may include weekday, weekend, and evening hours. Please note any schedule accommodation needs you may have.
05
Please share any days/times you are regularly unavailable.
Required Question