Job Description
Description
Summer 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)
Environmental Setting
The Camp Counselor will normally work in a temperature and humidity-controlled environment. Frequent exposure to outside ambient conditions is required.
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%)
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