Camp Okoboji Summer Staff

Job Title: Summer Staff    

Position Overview:

To further the mission of the camp through the management and upkeep of campgrounds and facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:             

Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their living unit, within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.

Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth.

Assure campers are properly supervised at all times.

 Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.  

Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes.

Responsible for leading and assisting with the teaching of activities.

Actively participate in all program areas as assigned.

Provide for the progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities.

Assist in program areas such as waterfront, nature, all camp activities, and arts and crafts as directed.    

Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.

Provide the daily care of each camper within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs.

Ensure that campers receive their medications as directed by health care manager.

Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems, and discuss with camp health manager and/or resident camp director when appropriate.

Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to camp director.    

Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.

Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.

Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.

Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming space for all guests

Follow and uphold all safety and cleaning procedures

Assist in Support Staff role as needed    

May perform other duties as assigned.    

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Understand the development needs of youth.

Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.

Demonstrate knowledge and skill in program areas designated camp program areas.

Ability to see what needs done without having to be told

Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.

Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.

Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.

Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.

Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.    

Education/Experience: 

Must be 18 years of age or high school graduate.

Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR.

Must submit health history record and examination form prior to first day of work.

Ability to interact with all age levels.

Christian walk

Desire and ability to work with children and youth in outdoor settings

Ability to accept supervision and guidance

Possess good character, integrity, adaptability, enthusiasm, flexibility, sense of humor, patience and self-control

Licensing/Certifications/Other Requirements:

Some physical requirements of a program position could be endurance including standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.  Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate program equipment and program activities.  Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight.  Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying weather conditions.

Guiding Principles:  

Hospitality                

Communication

Collaboration

Ethics/Integrity

Relationship Building

Results

Accountability/Dependability

Connectional Thinking       

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job.  Job descriptions do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer