Like working with kids? Working outdoors? Exploring? Great Parks is looking for qualified individuals to work with our summer day camp. This seasonal position runs Monday-Friday and averages 35-40 hour per week, Mid May thru early August.

The successful camp counselor will lead a variety of day camp activities including hikes, crafts, games and enjoys getting into the nature of the parks with children at Miami Whitewater Forest and Fernbank Park. Be a part of an inclusive organization that enriches the region by inspiring nature-based experiences, celebrating cultural heritage and building strong and healthy communities through our dedicated staff, volunteers and friends.

At Great Parks, our team members work together to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and education in order to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations.

Works a variety of evenings, holidays, and weekends.

Job requires choice, and application, of a variety of procedures and methods in developing programs, selecting topics, and resolving work problems, with the use of judgement in the analysis of surrounding facts and circumstances. Standard practice allows employee to proceed alone on regular duties, with questionable situations referred to supervisor or others. Work results are normally checked through administrative processes.

• Presents inclusive interpretive programs focused on local natural/cultural history, environmental topics and sustainability to diverse groups and individuals.
• Communicates factual information in an accurate, educational and entertaining manner utilizing experiential learning techniques wherever possible.
• Works with live animals during presentations; gives demonstrations; uses various forms of technology to enhance programming; distributes written materials; leads hikes; provides care of program and display animals.
• Assists in creating/maintaining documents as required.
• Represents Great Parks in a positive manner; provides general park information and answers inquiries as needed; collects and deposits program fees.
• Monitors the safety of trails and interpretive areas; promptly reports problems.
• Works and communicates effectively with other departments, leadership, volunteers and peers; attends and participates in meetings; completes required training.
• Provides assistance with special events and other tasks assigned by the Regional Education Manager.
• Performs job duties in accordance with Great Parks' policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
• Maintains confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance and works outside of normal schedule as required.

Qualifications

Previous experience working with children, group management, public speaking, and a demonstrable knowledge in local natural/cultural history. Must be at least 18 years of age.

State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License meeting GPHC current carrier guidelines.

Benefits include membership in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks' recreational activities.

Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law.