03-06-2023 Council Work Session Packet

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WS – Item 5 WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT Work Session Item No. 5 Date: March 6, 2023 To: City Council From: Lisa Lamey, Activity Center Manager Re: Rookery Summer Camp Staffing Background To fill a need in the community of summer child care opportunities and increase the exposure to The Rookery Activity Center, staff will be adding Summer Camp programming to The Rookery for the summer of 2023. The Rookery’s summer kid’s camp will include an eight week summer program running Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:30pm. Staff will be offering an option for before and after care from 7:00am – 9:00am and 3:30pm - 5:30pm. The camp will feature a different theme each week. To operate the camp effectively and safely, the City is looking to hire two new positions - Summer Camp Coordinator and Summer Camp Counselor. Staff is looking to add 2 seasonal coordinators and up to 20 seasonal counselors. Summer Camp Coordinator – Seasonal Position The Summer Camp Coordinator is responsible for organizing/creating activities and camp schedules, assisting in creating staff schedules, prepping for field trips, and monitoring camp staff. This position will oversee the well-being and safety of all children at the Rookery Activity Center Summer Camp. Wage: $16.00-$21.00/hour Summer Camp Counselor – Seasonal Position The Summer Camp Counselor plans, leads, and implements camp programs for children enrolled in the Rookery Activity Center Summer Camp program. Provides high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for camp participants. Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being. Wage: $13.00 - $16.00/hour The creation of these positions has no budget impact. The positions will be funded from the 2023 Adopted Rookery Budget.