Summer Day Camp Senior Counselor

2 weeks ago

Jamaica, United States Various Companies Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The summer camp season begins on July 1st and ends on August 23rd.

Seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual to support our development team. Summer Camp season is quickly approaching, and we are currently accepting applications for Summer Day Camp Senior Counselors. Our camps are seeking the “best of the best” candidates to ensure that our campers have the best summer of their lives.

We are looking for people who enjoy working with youth. People who are creative, have a passion for teaching youth new skills, are enthusiastic, and model our four core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. We are looking for people who can provide a safe and positive environment for school-age children to provide opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic/personal growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times.
  • Understand, maintain, and ensure that participants follow Risk Management and safety procedures.
  • Keep the immediate supervisor informed daily of any concerns regarding participants, staff, or the facility.
  • Perform specific scheduled assignments, including but not limited to arrival and departure and lunch duty.
  • Prepare the learning environment, lessons, and necessary supplies for program activities. Assume responsibility for the cleanliness and organization of the camp room, program supplies, and activity space.
  • Support the planning and implementation of all camp activities, including but not limited to summer learning initiatives, field trips, in-camp events, and culminating performances.
  • Provide support to Activity Specialists with activity implementation.
  • Provide guidance and support to Counselor in Training (CITs), hold CITs accountable for program expectations, and complete and maintain all required CIT paperwork.
  • Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants.
  • Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
  • Serve as a positive role model for participants.
  • Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign-in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate).
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas of growth. Take a leadership role in providing caregivers with regular updates (including Snapshots, behavior updates, success stories, etc.)
  • Attend all required pre-camp trainings. Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
  • Ensure that groups are in ratio. Provide support and accountability to Day Camp Senior Counselors and ensure that they maintain all program standards, even in your absence.

Desired Skills & Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; college credits preferred.
  • Minimum one year of experience working with youth.
  • General knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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