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Camp Counselors

Camp Counselors - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, recreation workers:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Have a high level of social interaction. They work closely with the public and other staff members.
  • Are often placed in conflict situations. They listen to complaints and try to resolve them.
  • Deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals on a weekly basis.
  • Are responsible for the health and safety of recreation participants.
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  • Are responsible for the work done by those they supervise.
  • Communicate with participants and coworkers daily by telephone or in person.
  • Work in a group or as part of a team.
  • Speak to the public on a weekly basis. They lead participants in activities, such as aerobics.

Physical Work Conditions

  • Work indoors most of the time. They may occasionally work outdoors when leading activities.
  • Are often exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable, such as music.
  • Work near other people, but usually have a few feet of space separating them from others.
  • Are occasionally exposed to diseases or infections of others.

Work Performance

  • Must be exact in their work. This is to ensure that participants are safe and enjoy themselves.
  • Make decisions on a daily basis that strongly impact participants and coworkers. They rarely consult a supervisor before making decisions.
  • Rarely consult a supervisor before setting tasks for the day.
  • Sometimes repeat the same physical activities, such as stretching.

Hours/Travel

  • Generally do not have a set schedule each week. May work only during the summer when recreation centers are busiest.
  • May work part time or full time, but most work 40 hours a week.
  • May work evenings or weekends.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.