Camp Counselor for Brains and Games

The Village of Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department is hiring Camp Counselors for Brains and Games. The Camp Counselor is responsible for helping the Camp Supervisor with day-to-day planning and implementing aspects of the Day Camp. This is a seasonal, at-will position.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age or older.
• Prefer candidates to have prior experience working with children ages 5-9 years old and/or an interest in education or recreation as a possible career goal.
• Should have an outgoing personality with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with children and teach them in a fun, interactive way.
• Must be personable and comfortable speaking to children, parents, staff and public of all ages and backgrounds.
• Possess good problem-solving skills and have the capacity to act rationally and calmly in high stress and/or emergency situations.
• Should possess enthusiasm, drive, and a desire to accomplish goals and objectives
• Should be able to work in a team atmosphere, as necessary, promoting positive and effective working relationships with staff and the public.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations.
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and/or supervision.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to follow directions and perform responsibilities as described.
• Possess time management and organizational skills to effectively perform responsibilities of the job.
• Ability to represent the Village of Brookfield’s Parks and Recreation Department in a professional manner.
• Employee must have good safety awareness and use good judgment in all aspects of this position
• Able to physically participate in active games throughout the day. Able to demonstrate and participate in activities like games, singing, dancing, sports and arts/crafts.
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds in equipment or supplies from storage room.
• Able to sit on the floor for sustained periods of time while interacting and playing games with the children.
• Constant standing up and sitting down as necessary to accomplish daily activities.
• Able to handle a pair of scissors to cut out patterns and draw simple art projects.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance