Junior Camp Counselor Position Available In Rockingham, New Hampshire

Junior Camp Counselor Town of Plaistow, New Hampshire Plaistow, NH Job Details Temporary From $14 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications Childcare CPR Certification Experience with children Leadership Communication skills Entry level

Full Job Description Position Title:

JUNIOR

• 1st Year

•

COUNSELOR

( Seasonal Position)

Location :

Onsite•

Town of Plaistow Recreation Department :

Recreation Terms of Employment :

Seasonal, 7-week Program, 8:15 AM-4:15 PM (Subject to program changes)

Anticipated Start Date :

Late-June 2025

• Mid-August 2025 There will be program development preparation and training hours prior to the program start date.

JOB SUMMARY

Work closely with counselors and camp directors to oversee all aspects of a seven-week Summer Day Camp Program for up to 120 children per week in Grades K

• 6.

This position is 40 hours per week beginning in late June with some pre-season planning and training hours required. The program runs through Mid-August. Pre-season hours will be used for planning and staff recruiting and staff training. The Junior Counselor position works in an indoor/outdoor environment, with the majority of the time spent working outdoors, and is often required to do several tasks expeditiously and concurrently. This position will require a great deal of interaction with children, parents/guardians and the community.

REPORTS TO

Junior Counselors work under the direction of the Camp Leadership Team (Summer Camp Director, Assistant Camp Director, and Recreation Direction). Counselors will mentor the Junior Counselors.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

The Junior Counselor will not have any employees to supervise.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise small and large group activities with children and assist with the daily function of the program.
• Position involves running, walking, lifting, swimming, hiking and a variety of other physical recreational activities.
• This position is in a summer recreation program which is an environment that requires a moderate to high level of sustained physical activity.
• Work with Camp Leadership Team to plan, develop and implement a wide variety of Camp activities and special events.
• Establish positive rapport and on-going communication among staff and campers.
• Report concerns the Counselor and Assistant Camp Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Experience working with children. Applicant will be subject to a criminal background check and medical examination as part of a conditional employment offer.

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Current CPR and Standard First Aid certifications or willingness to obtain prior to the program start date .

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Communication and leadership skills. Knowledge of the development stages of children in Grades K-6 Professional and tactful interpersonal demeanor. Ability to think critically and make sound evaluations. Flexible and resourceful in daily operations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Walking, jogging, running, bending, twisting, swimming, hiking, reaching and lifting of moderate to heavy weight up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

SUMMARY OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES

• May be exposed to sunscreen and other chemicals; cleaning fluids and disinfectants, art supplies, photocopier toner, printer cartridges, dirt, dust, herbicides, pesticides, as well as health risks associated with providing emergency medical treatment in advance of rescue personnel.

SALARY INFORMATION

Up to $14.00 per hour, depending on experience.

BENEFITS

: There are no benefits associated with a seasonal position.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION

Applicants should be prepared to provide the following documents:

• Town of Plaistow Application
• Resume
• Three (3) recent references, including contact Information. References should be non-family members that can attest to your work ethic and character.

Letter of Interest Job Type:

Temporary Pay:

From $14.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Plaistow, NH 03865 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Plaistow, NH 03865: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person