Summer Camp Counselor

Timeline:

Staff report May 13 and are finished July 10 (some staff may have the opportunity to work through July 17, pending need and mutual agreement). Staff are required to live onsite and will receive at least 1.5 days off per week.

Position Purpose:

Counselors are the primary caregivers for each camper. The Counselor is responsible for planning, facilitating, and carrying out cabin activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills. Live out and share the mission and promise of Wesley Camp & Retreat Center.

Reports to:

This position is directly accountable to the Camp Director.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their living unit, within activities and throughout the camp 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.
• Facilitate interpersonal relationships among campers, as needed, to ensure inclusion.
• Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.

2. Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and promise of Wesley.

• Facilitate discussion and open conversations about faith during devotion times and throughout programming.
• Properly prepare for leading and assisting with activities and worship as assigned.
• 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.

3. 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.

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

• Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
• Appropriately represent the camp and its mission and values both at camp and on days off.
• Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.

Other Job Duties:

• Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested.
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities.
• Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise programs, special events, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
• Assist in the planning of any special events as requested.
• Acquire additional certifications or training, as requested.
• Attend staff training and meetings as requested.
• Appropriately utilize off duty time to observe self-care.
• Live out and share the mission and promise of Wesley Camp & Retreat Center, including on days off.

Qualifications:

• As a faith-based organization, we seek team members who either share our faith commitments or are open to exploring them as a part of our community life.
• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and 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.
• Work as a team with other staff members.

Physical Aspects of the Job:

• 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.
• Ability to walk moderate distances and live outdoors.
• 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.

Pay: From $3,750.00 per year

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $3,750