Children's Farm Camp Counselor

OVERVIEW:

• Create a safe, fun and educational environment where campers can explore farm life through hands-on experiences. Counselors will guide campers in camp activities, teach new skills, and carry out camp goals. Animal experience is not required but preferred.

Must be available during the following dates:

All Staff Training: Attendance Required: Evenings of May 19th, 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th

Camp Dates: June 1st - July 31st, Monday - Friday (One guaranteed week off)

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the instruction, supervision, development and organization of campers
• Deliver programming based on camp program goals, policies, and procedures to provide a quality outdoor education/camp experience for the campers
• Carry out activities to encourage personal growth, learn skills, and provide challenges
• Maintain high standards of safety and security to prevent accidents and to respond appropriately in emergency situations
• Makes sure all program areas stay clean, safe, and presentable
• Ensures all program supplies stay stocked and organized
• Assist with feeding and watering of animals as needed
• Assist with monitoring the health and well-being of each animal; reports issues or concerns to Supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

THE LSC WAY:

Our Culture is a top priority. As part of our commitment to culture, we have written a number of ‘Fundamentals’ called The LSC Way that are traits we value in our daily activities. The fundamentals that are critically important to this position are:

• Deliver Legendary Service
• Keep Things Fun
• Be Vigilant About Safety
• Communicate to be Understood
• Pitch in Wherever Necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Animal care experience, animal health and handling skills; will train
• Ability to remain calm, think clearly and act quickly and effectively in emergency/challenging situations
• Excellent customer service and effective communication skills
• Set a good example to campers and others
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities
• Promote good sportsmanship
• Ability to interact with all age levels
• Certified or ability to become certified in First Aid/CPR; will train

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Able to attend week of camp training
• Able to work the majority of the summer.  All camp staff get one consecutive week off during summer
• Must have a current and valid Driver’s License to operate Motorized Vehicle.

REPORTING TO THIS POSITION:

No supervisory responsibilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is performed essentially outdoors. While performing the duties of the job, employee is frequently

exposed to loud noises and odors. Stands and walks for extended periods of time. Frequently performs moderate lifting and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs. While performing the semi-manual duties of this job, the employee works in hot and humid weather conditions. The employee is exposed to assorted soaps, sprays, manure, disinfectants, medicines, and odors associated with animal barns.