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Camp Director

City of Brighton, Denver, Colorado, United States

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Hiring salary - $21.75 hourly

Dates: Seasonal employment, Monday-Friday varying shifts 7:00 am-5:45 pm Location: SD 27-J School within Brighton City Limits NATURE OF WORK

The State Licensed Day Camp Program accommodates up to 125 children ages 6 to 15 years old. The camp runs daily, Monday through Friday, for approximately 9 weeks during the summer. With opportunities to work during the remainder of the year. Various training days prior to the start of summer camp are also required to meet state standards. ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Responsible for planning and coordinating daily camp activities. Knowledge of group whereabouts at ALL times. Keep daily attendance, maintain necessary records to uphold state licensing guidelines, and provide a safe and secure environment. Check the identification of those picking up campers. Comply with state licensing requirements under the direction of the Youth Recreation Coordinator. Observe children and monitor the security of the building at all times to ensure the children's health and safety; provide general first aid and distribute medication to children as directed. Provide communication, direction, and guidance to the Group Leaders and Group Aides to motivate and support. Assist in the training of camp staff and attend trainings. Daily interaction and communication with parents is essential. The position requires that appropriate disciplinary techniques be used in addressing both staff and participants, and all incidents are documented. Encourage and support positive behavior. The position involves transporting children in a 12-passenger van. Reports directly to the Youth Coordinator and works collaboratively with the other Site Director(s). Assure the site is kept clean throughout the day, maintains supplies/equipment, and conducts weekly staff meetings. Regular communication with 27 J staff. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND FORMAL TRAINING

All requirements are set by the state child care licensing division. The candidate must be at least 21 years of age. Must meet one of the following with documentation: A 4-year college degree with a major such as education with a specialty in art, elementary or early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field. An associate's degree AND 3 months (455 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable experience, since attaining the age of 18, in the care and supervision of 4 or more children, not related to you. 21 months (3,185 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable experience, since attaining the age of 18, in the care and supervision of 4 or more children, not related to you. Possess a current CPR/First Aid certification, or be willing to attain within 60 days of hire. Must pass a background check. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have a desire and be comfortable working with youth ages 6-15 years old, in a team environment, and be able to express expectations confidently. The candidate should be inventive, imaginative, and able to actively supervise staff, communicate well, and relate to children. Certification and experience in Medication Administration and van driver training preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must have sufficient strength, agility, stamina, and flexibility to move or carry up to 50 pounds, stand, crouch, kneel, bend, and stoop while assisting children for long periods of time. The candidate must have adequate hearing and vision in order to discriminate between different sounds, objects, people, and colors at near and far distances. Position also requires active participation in swim-related activities. You may apply online at www.brightonco.gov

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