Camp I Can Counselor
DECATUR PARK DISTRICT
Job Description
Position Type: Recreation Date Posted: 2/20/2026 Location: Scovill Activity Center Camp I Can Counselor Seasonal, Part Time, $15/hour Camp I Can Counselor Age Requirement: 16 & older Driving Requirement: Must be 21 years of age with a valid driver's license Distinguishing features of work Work 4-6 hours inside at Scovill Activity Center and outdoors at various locations Very little time is spent indoors Examples of work performed Assist with planning daily activities and field trips Clean room at the end of each day Take kids to the restroom when needed and change diapers when needed Help serve snack and lunch and clean up after On pool days be sure to wear swim suits and be in the water with the children Take daily attendance and daily sign out Assist children with keeping storage areas clean and organized Must be able to lead a group in an organized game Reports any hazardous or unsafe conditions to the supervisor Required knowledge, skills and abilities Must have the ability to interact with children with special needs ages 6 and up. Enjoy working with youth and adults with special needs Good communication skills and the ability to work well with peers Desirable experience and training Previous experience working in an organized special needs program preferred Preferred CPR/First Aid training