Join our Devon Prep team in Devon : Be a Hero to Campers as a Counselor at ESF Camps! Are you ready to embark on a thrilling adventure filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable moments?

At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create a summer like no other for campers from preschool to 8th grade.

We are looking for energetic and passionate people to join our team and make a positive impact while having a blast! A Counselor handles camper group management and assists with multiple activities (i.

e., art, STEM, swimming, sports, etc.).

They work in one of the following programs :

• Mini Camp & Day Camp : Working with campers (Preschool-grade 2) grouped by grade level.
• Senior Camp : Working with campers (3rd-8th grades) grouped by grade level.
• Specialty Major Camps : Working with campers (k-7th grades) in specialty camps by grade level. Why ESF?
• Inspire Young Minds : Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support.
• Unleash Your Potential : We offer opportunities for internships, fieldwork, and overall professional development.
• Become a Leader : Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children.
• Convenient Summer Schedule : Enjoy nights and weekends off.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program : Increase your earnings through referrals from your network.
• Free Certifications : Reimbursements are available for qualified roles.
• Camp Tuition : Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children. Requirements :
• Experience : We are looking for experience working with children.

Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred.

• Age Requirements : Day Camp, Senior Camp, Major / Tech Camps : Must be at least age 17 by the start of camp. Mini Camp Division (Preschool-Kindergarten) : Must be at least age 18 by the start of camp.
• Hours : Typically, from 8 : 30 am to 3 : 40 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for extended hours for additional income.
• Schedule Commitment : Any schedule changes or time off must be pre-approved by the site director.
• Required Training : Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding.
• Dress Code : Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp. Essential Job Responsibilities :
• Dive into the Camp Day! Promote and participate in daily activities and projects with enthusiasm, collaborating effectively with co-counselors.
• Safety & Positive Group Management : Ensure the safety and well-being of campers with emphasis on positive behavior and effective group management.

Promptly report any concerns to the Site Director.

• Be the Ultimate Role Model : Supervise campers, while fostering a positive, welcoming, and safe environment.
• Demonstrate ESF Core Values & Code daily, from Gratitude to Bring It daily.
• Model the ESF Virtues of Character (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, Community) in camp daily.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Communication : Maintain clear, concise, and engaging communication with campers, families, peers, and our leadership team. Reporting Relationships :
• Reports directly to and takes direction from the Camp Director, with additional accountability to the Site Director. Additional Responsibilities :
• Push / pull, lift, and carry a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds across campus.

Work outside, upright, and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per day .

• Respond to emergencies, including running (up to 1 mile in some cases) and ascending stairs without undue exertion. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Last updated : 2024-04-27