Senior Camp Counselor
BRETTON WOODS RECREATION CENTER INCJob Details
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Germantown, MD 20874Position Type: SeasonalSalary Range: $17.65 - $18.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Parks and Recreation15700 River Rd. Germantown, MD 20874 WWW.BWRC.ORG Summer Camp Senior Counselor Bretton Woods Recreation Center, Inc. (“BWRC”) is hiring Senior Counselors for our Summer Camp season
This position will be responsible for the campers in their group and supervise all daily activities. The Senior Counselors will guide the campers in group activities and provide a space for the campers to thrive and learn
about:
themselves, others, and the world around them. Senior Counselors will ensure the safety of the campers and report any concerns, illness, or injuries to the appropriate authority.
- Reports to: Summer Camp Director, works closely with Summer Camp Program Director and CIT Director Supervises: None
About:
Bretton Woods Recreation Center Summer Camps Bretton Woods has preserved the unique values by which it was founded; values of inclusiveness, respect, transparency, quality, excellence and environmental responsibility through a variety of sports, dining, and social activities in a relaxed, inclusive and family-friendly setting.
Most of our members are employees of the International Monetary Fund, World Bank, Inter-Development Bank, International Financial Corporation and International Embassies. Essential Functions Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers throughout the day Work collaboratively with other Senior and Junior Counselors Be a role model to your campers and the CITs Ensure the safety of campers at all times and maintain attendance Support and encourage campers during activities and challenges Engage with campers during all activities, lunch, and free swim Maintain a high standard of health and safety for all campers Assist the Summer Camp CIT Director with the oversight of CITs, as well as encourage their creativity, resourcefulness, and responsibility Maintain professional and positive interactions with parents during drop off and pick up Complete additional tasks as assigned
Requirements:
Strong communication
skills:
and command of the English language Ability to communicate efficiently with others whose first language may not be English Ability to work collaboratively with campers, counselors, and camp directors Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where change and improvement are always present Reliable transportation to and from BWRC.
Public transportation is not available Must pass background checks provided by BWRC CPR and First Aid certification preferred Must have a positive attitude and report to work on time Communicate with campers and parents in a courteous manner Must be over 18 years of age Previous
experience:
as a counselor required for the role of Senior Counselor Physical Demands and Work Environment Walk and stand outside in hot, humid weather for extended periods of time Continuous repetitive motions Bending, Crouching, Squatting, Lifting, Carrying
Benefits:
offered: Free meals during work shifts Free and accessible parking Access to our 18-hole golf course* *Subject to availability and management approval Our Mission Great people creating lasting memories in an inclusive, and family -friendly environment. Our Vision We aim to be the leading recreational and wellness destination for the international community in the greater Washington D.C.
area. Core Values International & Family-Friendly Respect, Inclusiveness, Integrity Quality & Excellence Environmental Responsibility Financial Responsibility Transparency & Open Communication
