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Teen Adventure Camp Director

Apex Park and Recreation District, Arvada, CO, United States


Overview

The Teen Adventure Director coordinates and oversees all daily activities for the Apex PRD Day Teen Adventure Camp. The Director must have demonstrated maturity of judgment, administrative ability, and the skill to supervise and direct school-age children in an unstructured setting. The Director will provide a safe, healthy, and positive environment. Their daily responsibility is to schedule all-day field trips, team-building activities, and leadership opportunities for this age group. The Director will facilitate all field trips; discipline to maintain positive daily outcomes and overall program management; assess the overall program to see if any changes are needed for optimum functioning; establish a procedure for handling all difficulties related to health, behavior, and other problems and report incidents to the Recreation Coordinator. The daily schedule will vary between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm. Monday through Thursday from June 6 through July 30. Paid Training March-May.

Qualifications

Must be 21 years of age

The Teen Adventure Director has satisfactory experience, including experience in the care and supervision of four or more children ages 11–17, unrelated to the individual, since attaining the age of 18.

Obtains a valid Colorado Driver’s License, appropriate insurance coverage, and acceptable driving record for the past three years.

Ability to drive a 12-passenger van with a clean driving record.

Must have a satisfactory review with the Central Registry of Child Protection

Provide three references.

Will receive CPR/First Aid, medication administration, and universal precautions certification within 90 days of hire.

A high school diploma is required.

Experience caring for children ages 11 to 15 years in a public atmosphere is required.

Must have customer service experience and good conflict management skills.

Knowledge of youth games, activities, and arts and crafts projects is desirable.

Work Environment and Duties

Work may take place in both indoor and outdoor environments, with exposure to varying weather conditions including sun, heat, cold, snow, and humidity.

Noise levels range from moderate to loud due to active children, group interactions, or busy transportation settings.

Work may occur in environments with poor acoustics, distractions, or high activity levels.

Occasional travel by vehicle may be required, with exposure to traffic, road construction, and varying road conditions.

Physical Abilities

Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday.

Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or sit on the floor as needed during activities or tasks.

Ability to reach, grasp, and handle small objects, tools, or equipment with precision.

Requires adequate hearing to recognize and respond to sounds, signals, or distress in a variety of environments.

Duties may require sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, bending, or stooping for extended periods.

Ability to monitor participants, ensure safety, and respond to signals or emergencies.

Ability to react quickly and appropriately to the physical needs or emergencies of children or participants.

Additional Notes NOTE: This job announcement outlines the primary responsibilities, but there is always room to grow and shine as part of our team. This position may be involved in additional exciting projects as assigned.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, to apply. Our organization values the unique perspectives and experiences that a diverse workforce brings, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

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