What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Camp Counselor position at SeaWorld San Antonio?
SEASONAL POSITION
At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!
What you get to do:
- Conduct park program tours for various aged campers at animal habitats.
- Provide instruction and lead campers in camp activities.
- Supervise camper’s health and safety
- Implement theme appropriate curriculum to both large and small audiences
- Continuously develop skills and knowledge base in order to accurately provide up to date information on educational topics.
- Work cooperatively with other counselors to prepare daily/nightly activities and materials for campers.
- Assist in maintenance, inventory and organization of all supplies, equipment and artifacts used in presentations and activities
- Greet and assist campers and their parents on checking in and out days.
- Plan, implement, teach, and supervise curriculum and extra-curricular activities for camp participants.
- Consistently practice safe work habits
What it takes to succeed:
- At least 18 years of age
- At least 6 months of prior experience working with children in a formal or informal educational setting
- Able to stand and walk outdoors in a variety of weather conditions for prolonged periods of time
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Able to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Able to provide two positive letters of recommendation
- Able to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification
- Valid Drivers License preferred
- Consistently practices safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situations
- Willing to comply with and ensure team members comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards.
- Must be able to successfully complete all legal, company and department training requirements to include but not limited to passing required tests and certifications within established timelines.
The perks of the position:
- Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:
- FREE park admission
- Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
- Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
- Scholarship opportunities
- Exclusive employee events and giveaways
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.