Summer Camp Counselor – Seasonal Position Available In Bennington, Vermont

Summer Camp Counselor – Seasonal 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Stratton Mountain, VT 05155 The Stratton Mountain Resort is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Seasonal Summer Adventure Camp Counselor! The Summer Camp at Stratton Mountain Resort is split into two age groups. This position is for work with those aged 6 and over.

Positions available:

Adventure Camp Director and Adventure Camp Counselor. Summary Responsible for supervising campers and assisting in recreational activities. Midweek scheduling with either half day or full day schedules available. Availability from early June to late August for work hours. Housing available for those who need it. Hourly rate depends on experience within the company and applicants may be offered more.

Essential Duties:

Assisting recreational activities for children Lead small or large groups on crafts, games and various other camp exercises Monitor campers to identify and respond to unruly behavior or deviations from camp guidelines Follow policies for the safety of campers, equipment, and personal property Act as a role model for campers in activities which require cleanliness, punctuality, and sportsmanship Mediate disputes or conflicts between campers to ensure a peaceful environment Participate in singing, storytelling, and sporting activities

Requirements:

Education and Training:

previous experience working with children preferred Knowledge of sports, arts, or crafts is also necessary for the position

Leadership Skill:

Camp counselors are able to direct and coordinate children during summer camp trip

Physical Demands:

Frequently stands and uses hands; reaches with hands and arms, talks or hears Regularly walks, sits, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crawls or crouches Regularly lifts up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds

Environment/Noise:

Occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions. Noise level is moderate.

Certificates/Licenses:

None Required Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:

Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English)

Compensation:

$18.00 per hour, eligible for more based on experience Eligible for tips, not eligible for commission This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.