Lead Staddle Camp Counselor

Summary:

The Lead Counselor is responsible for providing supervision, instruction, and ongoing assistance to camp counselors and campers.

Responsibilities:

-Provide supervision, instruction, and ongoing assistance to counselors and campers. -Assign/oversee staff tasks; supervise and implement assigned programs to campers. -Responsible for assessing and making recommendations to the Activities Director on program equipment and supply needs. -Communicate any arising issues within the program to the Activities Director in a timely manner.

-Create a positive and professional environment while promoting program policies and procedures amongst staff. -Plans, leads, and implements camp programs for children -Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being. -Maintains a schedule for camp participants

-Ensuring cleanliness of the kitchen and camp site. -Facilitates and creates lesson plans for daily activities. -Organizes and leads various small and large group activities. -Knows and understands all emergency procedures associates with the camp program. -Will prepare all meals and keep track of dietary restrictions/allergies for all campers.

-Knows, enforces, and follows all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, including always knowing the whereabouts of campers and counselors.

Other Information

Qualifications:

Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record Enjoys being in the company of children

• Leadership

Communication Skills Patience Problem-solving skills Organization skills Must be able to carry heavy loads and travel on uneven terrain Ability to perform a variety of tasks outside in various climates

Requirements:

-Education or experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children or in a related field. -First AID certification is a plus

Location Code: 9090