DPR Summer 2024: Camp Riverview

4 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada DC Department of Human Resources Full time

General Job Information

Job Summary:

This position is located in the Department of Parks and Recreation, Parks and Environmental Conservation Division at Camp Riverview. Camp Riverview is 200-acre beautiful oasis located at the confluence of the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay. It hosts programs for adults and youth throughout the year and a residential camp for youth ages 8-13 in the summer. Camp Riverview programs seek to provide DC residents the opportunity to connect with nature, participate in human powered activities, and benefit from personal/primary relationships. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Senior Camp Counselors

Supervise and manage the overnight and daily activities  Works closely with programmatic staff to ensure safety of campers and staff  Responsible for all cabin daily programs and activities  Engage campers and staff in daily activities  Manage Counselors  Make sure activities start on time  Point person for logistics of activities and support activity coordinators  Manage the scheduling of camp activities  Create a positive and healthy environment for campers  Immediately report suspicious or inappropriate behavior or abuse relating to youth to the Committee Chair(s) 

Camp Counselors

Responsible for the overall supervision and guidance of all assigned campers Stay in the cabin with kids and ensure safety and well-being after lights out Chaperone field trips Plan and implement daily activities Work with campers to support talents, special activities, events Responsible for cabin checks (cleanliness), wake-up Manage behavior and hygiene of campers Immediately report suspicious or inappropriate behavior or abuse relating to youth to Senior Counselors and / or the Committee Chair(s)

Camp Support Staff

Support all camp activities and programs by assisting in all maintenance duties onsite, including serving meals, cleaning dishes, janitorial work, and maintaining the grounds Act as line Server, prepare serving line, greet and serve campers Keep site clean, safe and functional Set up equipment, water stations, coolers and keep all camp spaces well maintained Selected Support Staff candidates must participate in any training before camp begins.

Environmental Coordinator

Coordinate all Camp Riverview environmental programs (, Youth Gardening, Geo Caching, Tent Camping, Horseback Riding, Deep Sea Fishing, Hiking, Birds of Prey) Plan and implement daily environmental programming Works closely with programmatic staff to ensure safety of campers and staff Immediately report suspicious or inappropriate behavior or abuse relating to youth to Senior Counselors and / or the Committee Chair(s)

Minimum Qualifications/Education/Experience:

Senior Camp Counselors

Minimum age of 21 or older  Minimum 3 years of successful camp counseling experience  Exceptional logistical, team building, interpersonal, and programmatic skills  Experience working with traditionally underserved communities  Child Abuse Prevention, CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of employment (will be provided if not already certified)

Camp Counselors

Minimum age of 21 or older Minimum 2 years of successful camp counseling experience  Exceptional childcare, team building, and interpersonal skills  Experience working with traditionally underserved communities  Create a positive and healthy environment for youth  Child Abuse Prevention, CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of employment (will be provided if not already certified)

Camp Support Staff

Minimum age of 16 or older  Minimum 2 years of support services experience  Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively  Self-motivated and enthusiastic  Strong time management skills  Experience working with traditionally underserved communities  Child Abuse Prevention, CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of employment  If handling food, must have a food handlers’ certification (training will be provided, if not already certified) Physically fit, ability to walk, dance, stand, lift, or meet other physical demands 

Environmental Coordinator

Minimum 2 years of support services experience Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively Self-motivated and enthusiastic Strong time management skills Experience working with traditionally underserved communities Child Abuse Prevention, CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of employment (provided if not already certified)

Other Significant Facts:

This position is part of the Pathway to Government Employment Partnership Program. District residents who received a high school diploma from the District of Columbia Public Schools or a District public charter school or received a GED or its equivalent from the District of Columbia will receive priority consideration for this entry-level position. Applicants must provide a high school transcript, GED certificate, high school diploma, or other applicable documentation along with verification of District residency before the District government may extend a final offer of employment.

Tour of Duty: Varies

Compensation:

Senior Camp Counselors: $

Camp Counselors : $

Camp Support Staff : $

Environmental Coordinator:  $

Area of Consideration: This position is part of the Pathway to Government Employment Partnership Program. District residents who received a high school diploma from the District of Columbia Public Schools or a District public charter school or received a GED or its equivalent from the District of Columbia will receive priority consideration for this entry-level position. Applicants must provide a high school transcript, GED certificate, high school diploma, or other applicable documentation along with verification of District residency before the District government may extend a final offer of employment.

Position Designation : This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and periodic Criminal Background Checks and Traffic Records Checks (as applicable). This position is also subject to mandatory pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol Testing. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

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