Summer Camp Counselor

Position**: Summer Camp Counselor**
Status: Seasonal
- Based on Camp Schedule: June 10 th to August 9th

Work Schedule: Varies according to Club Site & weekly enrollment

Hourly Rate: $16-$25 Hourly/Non-Exempt

**Job Summary**
Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside Summer Camp Counselors will plan and implement a variety of daily enrichment activities including, but not limited to: social-emotional well-being, character development, project based learning, S.T.R.E.A.M., fitness and recreation, and academics.

This position is responsible for:

- Working directly with an assigned group of approximately 20 members
- Preparing a safe, engaging, and creative learning environment
- Establishing a positive rapport with BGCO members and co-workers
- Acting as a positive adult role model, coach and mentor to members

Summer Camp Counselor’s ability to establish authority through leadership, communication and most importantly patience, will be required to provide BGCO members with the stable and nurturing atmosphere that is necessary for fun.

The Summer Camp Counselor is responsible to for planning and implementing summer activities that meet established BGCO requirements. This position is seasonal based upon the summer calendar of June through August and hours may vary based upon job performance as well as the number of youth registered for weekly camp activities.

**Work Environment**

This position requires a person who is able to work in a bustling environment, with vivacious energy, many distractions and a great deal of laughter and joy. Supervision of youth members is an integral part of our work. Summer Camp Counselors must be able to plan and implement activities in-person using a variety of resources and tools. Safety is of the utmost of importance, thus planning and preparing is paramount. The duties of a Camp Counselor may frequently call for activities outside in varying weather conditions; employee may be exposed to sunny, wet, or humid conditions outside of their immediate control.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Minimum age 16 years
- Ability to speak and write standard English appropriate to a public school education setting
- Must pass LiveScan & LexisNexis criminal background check and fingerprinting, and pre-employment drug screening
- Ability to create and implement fun and engaging developmentally appropriate activities in the areas of common core, character development, project based learning, STREAM, fitness and recreation, academics/enrichment
- Reliable transportation to and from Summer Camp program sites
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, sit, crouch, bend, talk, hear
- Ability to engage in physical activity with members without limitation
- Ability to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects between 10 and 20 pounds

**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**:

- At least six months experience working with youth in a classroom, afterschool, or recreational environment
- Ability to develop and implement age appropriate activities
- Knowledge of developmental needs of school age children
- Familiarity of Boys & Girls Clubs of Oceanside mission and philosophy in order to adhere to BGCO standards of conduct
- Strong Math and English skills (K-12)

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Leads a group of approximately 20 students in an instructional Summer Camp setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety
- Serves as positive adult role model for campers in the program through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy
- Ability to work with diverse personalities and ages
- Plans and implements a variety of daily recreational and enrichment activities that align with camp themes for small groups; continually interfacing with campers, volunteers, staff, and parents
- Identifies camper needs and communicate to Camp Lead or Program Manager
- Leads and supervises camp activities in and out of doors
- Assists and participates in daily camp activities and may participate in off-campus field trips or other summer children’s activities scheduled throughout camp
- Accurately completes and submits time cards, incident reports, rosters, receipts, and other camp related records, in accordance with established BGCO policy
- Maintains cleanliness in all program areas; assist with setup and breakdown during Camp day and contribute to ongoing efforts to keep Club clean and orderly
- Assists Camp Lead or Program Manager in scheduling guest speakers/clinics/excursions relevant to program
- Ensures age appropriate conversation among campers and staff; promotes good manners and encourage common courtesies among campers and staff
- Evaluates camp daily and suggests improvements, needs, hazards and trends to Camp Lead or Program Manager for further evaluation
- Observes each camper daily and check for bruises, cuts, scrapes, rashes or other indications of injury or illness to report to Camp Lead or Program Manager for further evaluation
- Is a mandated reporter