Summer Camp Counselor - Parks & Recreation at Anderson Mill Limited District – Austin, Texas

Anderson Mill Limited District is seeking Full-Time Seasonal Summer Day Camp Counselors to provide a great experience for youth ages 5 – 11 years old (school age camp). Anderson Mill Limited District (AMLD) provides 9 weeks of themed summer camps with a variety of group activities, sports, games, arts & crafts, and swimming. AMLD summer camp runs from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Camp counselors will be responsible for directly supervising 10-15 campers in daily activities and games.

What We Are Seeking:

• Upbeat, positive individuals ready to jump in and make a difference!
• Team-driven staff that can follow directions and lead activities to ensure that the camp runs smoothly.
• Responsible individuals who understand the importance of safety, vigilance, and order and can work effectively with little supervision in a fast-paced and highly energetic environment. A high level of responsibility and sound judgment is required.
• Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for working with children of various ages.
• Outgoing and personable staff who know how to communicate effectively with youth, peers, and parents.
• Organized staff that knows how to analyze a problem, use resources effectively, problem solve, and create solutions.
• Individuals who are flexible, adaptable, and willing to “wear many hats” throughout the course of camp.
• Counselors who exude positivity, encouraging youth to try their best, participate in all activities, and build relationships with campers and counselors alike.
• Ability to manage and engage a group of children in fun, age-appropriate activities.

Typical Work Week Schedule:

The seasonal Summer Camp Counselor position will be required to work the first week of June through the first full week of August. Training and camp setup will start the week prior to the first day of camp. All camp counselors are required to be available between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm Monday through Friday for the duration of the camp season. They must also be comfortable swimming at least 4 times a week.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College credits completed in Recreation, Early Childhood Education, Education/Teaching, or Kinesiology.
• Prior experience working in youth programs or summer camps with ages 5 – 11 years old is highly desired.
• 2 years of summer day camp experience or residential youth camp experience.
• 2 years’ experience in customer service.

Required Qualifications:

• Candidates must be a minimum age of 18 years old prior to the camp starting.
• Must have a valid CPR, First Aid, and AED certification prior to the start of camp (certification class will be provided during training).
• Must be able to work all 9 weeks of camp, including July 4th week, and attend training the first week of June from 1- 4 pm.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must maintain a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all participants

Basic Position Requirements: This position is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments under all weather conditions. Candidates must be able to sit, stand, bend, and reach for extended periods. Candidates must have the mobility to move to and from various points within the District, including reliable transportation. Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write proficiently in English. Candidate must be able to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 50 lbs. Campers swim daily; staff must be comfortable swimming and standing in the water for long periods while supervising youth. This position may be required to perform other District duties not listed above.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Employment is contingent upon the successful passing of a Nation-wide and All-County criminal background, sex offender screening, and drug screening. Anderson Mill Limited District is committed to a comprehensive affirmative action employment program and actively seeks applications from all sexes, ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, U.S. veterans, and qualified persons of all ages.