Description

Summary

Responsible for assisting with the Camp Tracy Summer program activities as well as guiding/helping the children adjust and grow within the program guidelines. The Jr. Counselor complies with and participates fully in the instruction of swimming, arts and crafts, games, and education programs. 

 Seasonal position: June - August 2024 

Job Segments: 

• Responsible for a group of children, helping each child adjust and grow with other children within the program guidelines.
• Demonstrate willingness to participate in all areas of the Camp Tracy Program.
• Complies with and participates fully in the instruction of swimming, arts and crafts, games, and education programs. 
• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill level), and provide necessary instruction to children.
• Maintains safety andcleanliness of area and equipment.
• Manages behavior of children
• Identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Lead members to/from daily activities throughout Camp Tracy
• Participate in activities with the student.
• Guide any camper with behavior, attitude, or emotional problems, referring any serious problems to the Camp Director.
• A positive role model at all times
• Aid in providing a safe, healthy, and fun experience for members in the Camp Tracy Program.
• Assist in making the Day Camp Tracy program a successful program

Skills

• Team player
• Display role model behavior
• Attention to details
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Critical thinking
• Flexibility

Requirements

• Must be 15 years of age or older
• High school diploma or currently enrolled in high school
• Applicant must have excellent communicating skills along with the skills necessary to work with groups of children made up of different ages and skill levels
• Emotional and mental maturity is mandatory along with training or skills in problem solving
• Ability, desire and basic skills to work with children is mandatory