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Camp Counselor
Name:
Lee Ann Shenefiel
URL: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fpp/
Location: Herndon, Virginia
Phone number: 703 437 8261
Work Location: Frying Pan Farm Park, Fairfax County Park Authority
We are seeking highly motivated individuals who are enthusiastic about providing superior recreational, educational and environmental and cultural resource stewardship opportunities to enhance the quality of life for all.
Frying Pan Farm Park (Fairfax County Park Authority) is a popular Herndon park featuring Kidwell Farm, a 1920 – 1950s era working farm; indoor and outdoor equestrian facilities; visitor center with education exhibit; and nature trails. This summer, thousands of visitors will choose to spend their free time participating in a wealth of recreational options including class, program, camps, concerts and events. Others simply come to walk the grounds and imagine what life would have been like when Fairfax County was a rural, agrarian community. Frying Pan Farm Park provides a much needed and welcome respite for Fairfax County residents.
Job Description
Help make positive childhood memories and gain valuable experience in the parks and recreation and childhood development fields at Frying Pan Farm Park’s summer day camps. Under the direct supervision of the program supervisor, camp counselors will provide high quality services and exceptional customer service to campers and parents through program delivery. Camp counselors will plan, implement and supervise activities for children aged 9 – 14 including field trips and pool time; procure, organize and maintain camp supplies; keep camp program areas tidy, safe and presentable; prepare and distribute activity calendars and supply lists; communicate camper assessments to parents and make phone calls as necessary; document accidents, injuries, complaints and problems and report through the proper chain of command; and provide overall supervision of children enrolled in the program in keeping with FCPA procedures and policies.
Other job duties to support the program may be assigned.
Camps include:
• Outdoor Fun Camp, a traditional summer day camp
• History Explorers Camp
• Watershed Explorers Camp
• Art Explorers Camp
• Farm Hand Camp
• Doggone Fun Camp, children attend camp with the family dog (June 20 – 24 and August 8 – 19)
• All About Horses Summer Camp (June 22 - 24 and July 18 – 22)
Minimum Qualifications
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have experience working with children in a group setting. Must have proven strong oral and written communication skills. Must be a strong team player and demonstrate initiative to complete tasks. Interest in working with children outdoors.
Specific Qualifications
All successful applicants must also agree to a criminal background check including fingerprinting, provide negative TB results, attend mandatory training, possess current first aid and CPR certifications and have never been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect, exploitation or other barrier crimes as listed on the Sworn Disclosure Statement of the Criminal Record Check.
Applicants must be available for duration of summer with exception of Doggone Fun Camp and All About Horses Summer Camp.
Preferred Qualifications
Education, childhood development or summer camp background. Strong interest in outdoor or environmental education and/or cultural resource stewardship. Experience working with horses and basic animal care.
Position Start Date
Exact dates and times TBD. Must be available for required trainings at the beginning of June. Additional site trainings will be held the week of June 13. Summer camp session start dates are staggered throughout the summer. The first camp sessions start June 20.
Salary Info:
Starting $8.00
Application Process:
The deadline for submitting applications is April 1, 2011. You must submit a Fairfax County Park Authority seasonal employment application, resume and include two references. Applications received after the deadline will be reviewed only if time permits. You may request a seasonal employment application by calling Frying Pan Farm Park at 703-437-9101. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
If selected, you will be notified of additional procedures to begin employment.
Interested candidates should forward application packets to Lee Ann Shenefiel, Program Operations Manager, Frying Pan Farm Park via:
Email: lee.shenefiel@fairfaxcounty.gov
OR
Mail: Lee Ann Shenefiel
Frying Pan Farm Park
Fairfax County Park Authority
2709 West Ox Road
Herndon, Virginia 20171
Questions? Call Lee Ann at 703-437-9101
Thank you for your interest in joining the Frying Pan Farm Park team!
We are seeking highly motivated individuals who are enthusiastic about providing superior recreational, educational and environmental and cultural resource stewardship opportunities to enhance the quality of life for all.
Frying Pan Farm Park (Fairfax County Park Authority) is a popular Herndon park featuring Kidwell Farm, a 1920 – 1950s era working farm; indoor and outdoor equestrian facilities; visitor center with education exhibit; and nature trails. This summer, thousands of visitors will choose to spend their free time participating in a wealth of recreational options including class, program, camps, concerts and events. Others simply come to walk the grounds and imagine what life would have been like when Fairfax County was a rural, agrarian community. Frying Pan Farm Park provides a much needed and welcome respite for Fairfax County residents.
Job Description
Help make positive childhood memories and gain valuable experience in the parks and recreation and childhood development fields at Frying Pan Farm Park’s summer day camps. Under the direct supervision of the program supervisor, camp counselors will provide high quality services and exceptional customer service to campers and parents through program delivery. Camp counselors will plan, implement and supervise activities for children aged 9 – 14 including field trips and pool time; procure, organize and maintain camp supplies; keep camp program areas tidy, safe and presentable; prepare and distribute activity calendars and supply lists; communicate camper assessments to parents and make phone calls as necessary; document accidents, injuries, complaints and problems and report through the proper chain of command; and provide overall supervision of children enrolled in the program in keeping with FCPA procedures and policies.
Other job duties to support the program may be assigned.
Camps include:
• Outdoor Fun Camp, a traditional summer day camp
• History Explorers Camp
• Watershed Explorers Camp
• Art Explorers Camp
• Farm Hand Camp
• Doggone Fun Camp, children attend camp with the family dog (June 20 – 24 and August 8 – 19)
• All About Horses Summer Camp (June 22 - 24 and July 18 – 22)
Minimum Qualifications
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have experience working with children in a group setting. Must have proven strong oral and written communication skills. Must be a strong team player and demonstrate initiative to complete tasks. Interest in working with children outdoors.
Specific Qualifications
All successful applicants must also agree to a criminal background check including fingerprinting, provide negative TB results, attend mandatory training, possess current first aid and CPR certifications and have never been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect, exploitation or other barrier crimes as listed on the Sworn Disclosure Statement of the Criminal Record Check.
Applicants must be available for duration of summer with exception of Doggone Fun Camp and All About Horses Summer Camp.
Preferred Qualifications
Education, childhood development or summer camp background. Strong interest in outdoor or environmental education and/or cultural resource stewardship. Experience working with horses and basic animal care.
Position Start Date
Exact dates and times TBD. Must be available for required trainings at the beginning of June. Additional site trainings will be held the week of June 13. Summer camp session start dates are staggered throughout the summer. The first camp sessions start June 20.
Salary Info:
Starting $8.00
Application Process:
The deadline for submitting applications is April 1, 2011. You must submit a Fairfax County Park Authority seasonal employment application, resume and include two references. Applications received after the deadline will be reviewed only if time permits. You may request a seasonal employment application by calling Frying Pan Farm Park at 703-437-9101. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
If selected, you will be notified of additional procedures to begin employment.
Interested candidates should forward application packets to Lee Ann Shenefiel, Program Operations Manager, Frying Pan Farm Park via:
Email: lee.shenefiel@fairfaxcounty.gov
OR
Mail: Lee Ann Shenefiel
Frying Pan Farm Park
Fairfax County Park Authority
2709 West Ox Road
Herndon, Virginia 20171
Questions? Call Lee Ann at 703-437-9101
Thank you for your interest in joining the Frying Pan Farm Park team!
Published at 02-25-2011
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