Program Start Date: 5/18/2024Program End Date: 9/6/2024 
This position will be working at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park assisting the Director of the camp with groups of youth in the ocean with planning, instructing and supervising activities.

• Assists Director of Ocean Camp with all youth activities including surfing, body surfing, shark teeth discovery, sand castle building, etc.
• Assists with the youth on nature hikes.
• Interacts with youth ages 8-14 on all levels.
• Maintains and cleans the facilities and equipment daily.

• Knowledge of youth activities such as surfing, body surfing, shark teeth discovery, sand castle building, etc.
• Skill with working with youth.
• Ability to work with youth ages 8-14 and keep a constant eye on them at all times.
• Ability to interact with youth.
• Ability to maintain and clean the facility and equipment.
• Ability to be outside in the heat for long periods of time.

• Must be able to swim a continuous 300 yards in a pool successfully. This will be assessed by an Aquatics Trainer.
• Must have a physical from the physician prior to working.
• CPR/First Aid Certification is required prior to hire and must be maintained.

NOTES: All counselors are required to have tennis shoes and flip flops at all times. Must be able to work various hours Monday-Friday.
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