Camp Counselors

Job Description:

Camp Counselors

Description

Who we are needing on our team: You are a very enthusiastic, creative individual that functions well on a team.
You have exceptional written and oral communication skills.
You are a natural when working with kids.
You can work with individuals and kids to help them reach their highest potential.
You are great at organizing interesting and interactive programs, activities, and games for kids.
You are a strong believer that no kid gets left out and knows how to get the “shy kids” to be team players.
Camp safety is your motto.

Who you will be working with: You will be working with a very dedicated and safety-minded individuals, all under the direction of the Recreation Manager, a fantastic individual to be on a team with.

Why we hire only the best: First and foremost, the City of Weatherford supports inclusiveness and diversity by not discriminating on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any protected class. We are a supporter of a drug and smoke free workplace.

Qualifications

The first hurdle: We are hoping you have all of these important assets. If you don’t, please tell us how close you come.. You have six months childcare or summer camp experience. You must be at least 16 years of age. (No getting around this one.) You have the knowledge and ability to perform CPR, First Aid, and use of AED. (If not, we will provide training.) You have the ability to write, maintain, and complete records and reports in an accurate and timely manner. You have the ability to make solid decisions when dealing with campers. You can give regular progress reports to parents.

Special Requirements

THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARY AND IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ANY BENEFITS. APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR EMPLOYMENT FROM MAY 1, 2024 - SEPTEMBER 4, 2024. THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS IS: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Miscellaneous Information

The City of Weatherford - Who we are: We are a strong, progressive community of 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities like our mountain bike trails, disc golf, an all-inclusive park for kids, our lake, access to over nineteen parks, our hike and bike trail system that is over twenty miles, and our new pool. We are committed to our customers and take pride in our Strong Community philosophy and are dedicated to enriching the quality of life through exceptional programs, parks and facilities while preserving the community’s natural environment for the enjoyment of current and future citizens. Our city embraces our heritage along with a progressive future, with our monumental courthouse in the square, cutting horses, the annual Peach Festival, our amazing outdoor concerts, quality schools, a great medical center, an unsurpassed Fourth of July celebration, First Monday Trade Days, and many exciting family events. The biggest part of Weatherford is that we are growing, creating our future, and having fun doing it.

Job Details

Category Parks & Recreation Department Status Open Salary CAMP COUNSELORS SALARY: $13.50 per hour Posted February 10, 2025 3:41 PM Closing Open Until Filled

Tools

• Apply Online
• New Job Notifications
• Clerical Supplemental Application

Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Salary:

CAMP COUNSELORS SALARY: $13.50 per hour