Description

FaySummer seeks applicants for Adventure Camp Counselor to work during its summer camp program for children ages 3 to 15 years. Adventure Camp Counselors spend the day working with campers and staff, participating in activities, and ensuring the safe operations of the challenge course. This includes high and low elements, zip line as well as an indoor and outdoor climbing wall. This is a highly physical role which requires belaying and the safe but fun instruction of campers through the adventure courses.

The work schedule is 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m., Monday through Friday June 24 - August 16. Our challenge course is set up in the trees by the side of a reservoir and can have up to 200 campers visit each day. In addition, there is an indoor rock wall for use in inclement weather.

Qualifications

Candidates must be at least 19 years of age and currently or previously enrolled in a college program. A bachelor’s degree and previous experience working with children ages 3 to 15 in a camp, school, or child care setting are preferred. Experience or training in challenge course activities including belaying is preferred. The ability to schedule and supervise staff is required. Candidates are expected to be professional and have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities include:

• Attending all required orientation and training sessions
• Interacting with staff and campers throughout the day to encourage community development
• Understanding FaySummer emergency policies and procedures, and providing instruction to staff and campers about these procedures
• Providing general care and safety oversight for all children attending FaySummer camps and direct care and oversight for children in assigned groups
• Being knowledgeable about individual camper needs including allergies, medications, and special diets
• Actively participating in all assigned duties and encouraging campers to participate in all activities
• Modeling FaySummer’s standards of respect for all members of the community, dress code, good manners, kindness, and behavior; ensuring that campers understand and comply with these community expectations

Interested candidates should send a resume, a cover letter detailing why they would be a great fit for FaySummer.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• challenge courses: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person