Assistant Counselor

Salary:

$17 - $17.25/hr

Position Summary:

Children's Aid runs a summer day camp in Chappaqua, NY that brings together children from Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester. Campers and staff are bused to and from the camp each day. The purpose of this camp is to provide traditional summer camp activities (swimming, arts & crafts, sports, horsemanship, etc.) in the context of relationship building. The children who attend this camp are from different socio-economic, cultural, and racial backgrounds, and range in age from 6-13. The Assistant Counselor will work under the Head Counselor and Division Leader to set a positive tone, monitor children, ensure safety of the children, and lead activities during the camp day.

Essential Duties:

Understand and promote the organization's Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures. Monitor the children during the day. Address behavior and make changes to ensure the safety, well-being, and enjoyment of the campers. Keep the Head Counselor and Division Leader informed of the status of the group. Inform the Head Counselor and Division Leader of any problems that need addressing in the children's' behavior or in programming. Escort campers from activity to activity, to the infirmary, office, etc. Help campers keep track of their belongings. Participate in all camp activities with the children to increase their enthusiasm and enjoyment of the activities. Lead activities with the children to help them build relationships with each other reinforcing names, good manners, and inviting different children to play and work. Ensure that attendance is taken each day. Serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Observe all camp policies and procedures and role model for the children all camp rules of conduct that apply to them. Attend 3 days of training and orientation prior to camp. Attend meetings as required. Complete all paperwork as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Prior experience working with children in a camp or after-school setting. Must be at least 16 years of age by 6/14/2026. It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children's Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Children's Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children's Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities 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.