Camp & Program Staff Lead

September 17, 2024

City of Boulder, CO

Boulder

PART TIME

It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder!

Application Deadline:

September 24, 2024

Compensation Details:

Full Pay Range

17.26 - 24.16

Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the maximum of the range.This is a part-time hourly position.

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Job Description Summary:

Would you like to change lives by providing support, activities and fun for people with disabilities throughout the year? If so, this position is for you! Camp & Program Staff Leads will ensure successful recreation, leisure and inclusive programs for people with disabilities (physical, emotional, behavioral and developmental). They will also help plan, lead, and provide behavior support while ensuring all policies and procedures are being followed. The Camp and Program Staff Lead will be supported by our team of Program Coordinators to ensure safe, fun and fulfilling recreation experiences for all!

This job is part time with varying hours each season based on the programs offered; in the summer full time hours are available as Camp Directors at some camps. This role supports general camps and year round programs for people with disabilities (EXPAND). As the hands- on leader of a group of participants and staff, this position is a great resume and skill builder for your future. We hope you will come join our team!

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teamwork and ability to lead other staff members:

Coordinating camp groups.
Discussing rules, regulations and accommodations for youth with camp/program staff.
Supervising, educating, and modeling for staff on group management, leadership, and behavior support.
Creating a positive relationship and good communication with the participants, parents, staff, and program coordinators.

Monitoring participants to ensure their safety:

Ensuring the safety and guidance of participants and staff in inclusive program environments.
Assessing and making decisions in emergency situations.
Administering first aid and contacting medical assistance when necessary.
Implementing and overseeing participant inclusion support and accommodations.

Great communication skills:

Greeting participants and parents as they arrive to camps and programs.
Checking in with the families. Ability to create a positive relationship with the families and participants. Addressing any concerns in a solution-focused and positive manner.
Ability to teach staff how to implement group management, modifications, and accommodations.
Working closely with the staff to ensure all participants are being included.

Managing the Day-to-Day operations of Camps & Programs:

Managing daily operations for camps & programs with the support of the program coordinator.
Ensuring program quality. Addressing concerns with staff and supporting them through improvement as needed.
Following all State Licensing and Boulder County Public Health Policies and Procedures.
Utilizing computer programs to ensure access to all camper paperwork as needed.
Being fun and playful with the participants. Getting to know each one to help provide the best support possible.
Creating and implementing supports such as picture schedules and token economy systems.
Creating and implementing behavior plans and group management.
Assisting in equipment management and ensuring proper use of equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must meet State of Colorado School-Age Licensing Qualifications:

21 years of age or older.
A 4-year college degree in recreation, education (elementary or early childhood), or a subject in the human service field; OR 2-years of college training and 6 months of satisfactory and verifiable hours working with children since the age of 18, in the care & supervision of 4 or more children; OR 3 years of verifiable hours working with children since the age of 18, in the care and supervision of 4 of more children and be willing to complete course work applicable to school-age children within the first 9 months of employment.

Other Minimum Requirements

Ability and willingness to work as part of a team.
Effective leadership skills.
Ability to supervise staff, volunteers, and participants.
Ability to evaluate conditions in various locations and make judgments related to safety.
Ability to organize information and follow established procedures.
Ability to complete and maintain accurate records and documentation.
Ability to create positive customer service relationships with parents, campers, therapists, program partners and city staff.
Previous camp or recreation program experience.
Ability to evaluate customer problems and make decisions within guidelines.
Effective interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution skills.
Ability and willingness to drive participants and staff in vehicles provided by Boulder Parks & Recreation.
Tactful and effective communication skills.
Willingness to attend and keep current on all required trainings, including State of Colorado Child Care requirements.
Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience as a State Licensed Camp Director or Inclusion Specialist.
Experience working with and implementing accommodations for people with disabilities .
Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR, AED and First Aid Certification.
Previous experience supervising or training staff, volunteers and groups of participants.
Knowledge of principles and experience or certification in instructing adaptive sport, recreation or leisure activities.
Bi-lingual in English/Spanish.
Beginner skills in American Sign Language.
Lifeguard certification.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must meet State of Colorado School-Age Licensing Qualifications:

21 years of age or older.
A 4-year college degree in recreation, education (elementary or early childhood), or a subject in the human service field; OR 2-years of college training and 6 months of satisfactory and verifiable hours working with children since the age of 18, in the care & supervision of 4 or more children; OR 3 years of verifiable hours working with children since the age of 18, in the care and supervision of 4 of more children and be willing to complete course work applicable to school-age children within the first 9 months of employment.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received: Recreation Program Coordinator

Supervision Exercised: Camp and Program Staff I & II

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Must have sufficient strength, agility, stamina, and flexibility to lift, carry or move a variety of objects up to 20 lbs.
Must be able to work while crouching, kneeling, bending, stooping, or assisting children for long periods of time.
Must have sufficient hearing to be able to hear and discriminate differing sounds in a variety of situations.
Sufficient vision to be able to discriminate between colors, size, and type of objects and people, both close and distant.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Additional Job Description:

updated 1/31/24

The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.

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