Summer Camp Counselor (Seasonal)

MUST BE ABLE TO LIVE AT CAMP DURING DURATION OF YOUR CONTRACT. MUST

be at least 18 years old or graduating high school June 2025 Most contracts will be June 8-August 16 ( maybe early depending on specific skill training's) All Counselors live in cabin with campers and teach a variety of different activity areas. Looking for instructors that can teach a variety of the following activities:

Low Ropes Instructor Horse Instructor Archery Instructor Swim Instructor General Counselors Outdoor Education Instructor Dance Instructor Drama Instructor Fishing Instructor Qualification:

Must be at least 18 years of age or Graduated High School, Seniors in High school are eligible to be hired as a Counselor-in-Training. Ability to work as a team member with other counselors Experience working with children Responsible, trustworthy, reliable, good morals, flexible, hardworking , willing to learn CPR/First Aid recommended Must stay overnight in cabin with campers for duration of contract.

Responsibilities:

Group supervision of campers with attention to all of the following: program, health, happiness, discipline, cleanliness, safety, routine duties, character and skill development. Be concerned for the social adjustment of EACH camper. Help campers plan, carry out and evaluate projects and activities. Promote camper participation in ALL activities. Assist campers in cabin clean up duties. Take turns with other counselors for various responsibilities. Monitor and report any health or medical concerns to the Camp Nurse. Teach or assist with camp programs and encourage camper participation. Set a good example in ALL you do at camp. Camp is a fun learning experience. Attend and participate in all staff meetings. Work with the camp directors and other camp staff to iron out difficulties with facilities, programs and campers. Provide Leadership and guidance to Teen Leaders working in your cabin. Help develop, carry out and evaluate a camp program that reflects the goals of camping and the 4-H pledge. Assist with chores for camp clean up. Follow all policies and guidelines as explained in the WT 4H Camp Staff Manual.

PARTICIPATE

in all activities with your camper. Encourage and facilitate your camper's participation in all activities by implementing appropriate strategies, such as visual structure and reinforcements. Participate in pre-camp staff training. Become familiar with and implement camp policies, procedures, and philosophy as stated in the Staff Manual, and learn the role of the camp counselor.

BE ON TIME

for all camp activities and meetings. This is a sign of respect for the people you are working with. Assist and supervise campers in all aspects of self-care, including dressing and undressing, bathing, eating, grooming and hygiene, toileting, and any other areas of daily living. If your camper is self-sufficient in these areas, close supervision and monitoring are still required. Accept added responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Camp Director to ensure the safety and well- being of every person involved in the Camp's activities.

Job Types:

Full-time, Temporary Pay:

Up to $330.00 per week

Benefits:

Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person