Greenway Camp Counselor

OVERVIEW 

Guides and counsels campers in camp activities, teaches campers new skills, and helps carry out camp goals. Responsible for teaching, coordinating, and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth as directed by the Site Director. Average hours per week 25-40. Seasonal position from May to August; reports to the Site Director. 

Must be Available during the following dates:

Camp Training Sessions: 

 Camp Dates: June 2^nd -August 1^st , Monday-Friday

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Assist in the instruction, supervision, development and organization of campers 
• Apply age appropriate and readiness principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, and respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth
• 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
• Maintain, use, and store equipment properly, report repairs
• Maintain order and cleanliness in general camp areas
• All other job duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior
• 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

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 majority of the summer.  All camp staff get one consecutive week off during summer. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications
Child Protection training; will train

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Some physical requirements of a Camp Counselor include: endurance, prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, walking long distances, hiking, biking, climbing, and stretching; requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor equipment and camp activities; requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 25lbs; daily exposure to conditions such as the sun and heat, rain, and other inconsistent weather patterns.   Potential encounters with bugs, snakes, etc.