Lead Camp Counselor - Outdoor Summer Camp

Lead Camp Counselor

• Outdoor Summer Camp Kindercare Learning Companies
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6 Lake Oswego, OR Job Details Temporary From $21 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Gym membership Flexible schedule Qualifications CPR Certification Community engagement Outdoor work Customer service First aid English Mid-level Working with children First Aid Certification Curriculum implementation Organizational skills 1 year Leadership Stakeholder relationship building Camp Full Job Description Are you ready for an adventure? Champions is bringing our Great Outdoor Summer Camp experience to Portland and we are seeking enthusiastic and upbeat Camp Counselors who have a love for nature and the outdoors. Successful Camp Counselors are committed to bringing Champions curriculum to life while inspiring the curiosity of children of all ages and promoting fun and exploration while learning! Join our team and create lasting memories for campers this summer! Our camps are located at River Grove Elementary. Position is temporary and seasonal and will run from May to August Monday through Friday. When you join our team as a Lead Champ Camp Counselor you will: Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can dream, imagine, and explore Partner and connect with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and experience for their children Support your camp's success, partner with camp staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement Promote a strong passion for outdoor activities and nature-oriented consciousness Cultivate positive relationships with families and community partners Bring your expertise and passion for nature and environmental sustainability, serve as a knowledgeable resource, and support leadership create an experience that's aligned to our brand promise Cultivate positive relationships with families and community partners Assist the Champ Camp Director in leading counselors, supporting families, achieving enrollment, and operational objectives Serve in various roles throughout the camp as needed, including coverage for Champ Camp Director Counted in ratio up to 50% during program hours

Qualifications and Preferred Skills:

At least one year of summer camp experience as a counselor working with campers between 4 to 12 years of age A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day Ability to facilitate and participate in outdoor physical activities such as, but not limited to hiking, kayaking, swimming, and camping. Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain (if applicable) CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain Physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in

English Why Champions:

We provide FREE Training and Onboarding

• Setting you up for success! Free Mental Health benefits $ Gym membership discounts Competitive Compensation and Growth Potential
• Internal promotions within all 3 brands Annual Professional Development Days
• Connect with your peers, get encouraged and stay motivated KinderCare Kids Benefit
• All employees will receive a 50% discount on each child's tuition (at any brand location).

KinderCare Education is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. `

Job Type:

Temporary Pay:

From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you able to verify that you are or will be 18+ by the start of camp? Are you registered in the Oregon Central background registry? If yes can you provide proof of active CBR?

Experience:

summer camp: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Lake Oswego, OR 97035 (Required)

Work Location:

In person