Camp Counselor

Camp Counselor

Camp Counselors provide direct supervision of a group of children during day camp. Our staff provide quality experiences and an environment for the children and parents. A qualified individual is energetic, creative, professional, patient, and exhibits a desire of working with kids.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create a fun and safe environment for all kids

• Plan, lead, and take part in various indoor and outdoor activities
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate weekly and daily activities
• Follow program requirements and standards for safety and cleanliness
• Create and maintain relationships with children and parents
• Communicate effectively with other staff, supervisors, and parents
• Manage conflict and issues with campers across a multitude of developmental stages
• Responsible for the health and wellbeing of all campers in their care.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel

Requirements:

• Ability to engage children between 6 years - 12 years of age for extended periods of time

• Must be at least 18 years of age (Junior Counselors can be 16 or 17)
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check prior to hiring
• Must have proven organization skills
• Ability to provide high energy, high enthusiasm, and a positive personality each and every day
• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college in an educational field preferred
• Previous experience supervising or working with groups of children; experience in a licensed childcare center or summer camp preferred
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (preferred), or the ability to become certified (required). Additional training for the certification in Medication Administration may be required of group leaders.
• Must have a passion for working with kids & giving them the best experience possible

• Must be available to work weekdays during camp hours (TBD)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Sitting: Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Kneeling: Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Walking/Running: Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Bending/stooping: Frequently (>33% - >66%)
• Reaching/twisting: Occasionally (<33%)
• Lifting/pushing/pulling: Occasionally (lifting up to 50 lbs with/without assistance, push/pull up to 100lbs using wheeled devices) (<33%)
• Hearing: Constantly (>66%)
• Talking/shouting: Constantly (>66%)
• Seeing: Constantly (>66%)

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.