Location: Tehachapi, California

Woodward West, located in sunny southern California, is a world-class action sports destination and camp. Our employee experience and culture are derived from our main product: FUN. We work, progress, and play in a world of innovative environments. If this sounds like what you are looking for, we'd love to hear from you!

JOB SUMMARY:  

As a Camper Support Counselor your mission is to support the day-to-day care of campers and facilitate a safe and supportive environment to provide best care for campers during their stay at Woodward Camp. To achieve this, a Camper Support Counselor will understand and execute safety protocols and processes, be mindful, aware, and present across all camp facilities, including, but not limited to, their assigned cabin or zones. Camper Support Counselors will stay on campus in designated staff housing with other team members and will oversee assigned cabin unit(s) and be present throughout the day for campers during instruction and in free time and recreation. Camper Support Counselors are positive role models at camp to help build an environment of safety, connection, and lifelong skills.   

Must be willing to evolve and adapt with the needs of the business and adhere to and support all work protocols and guidelines.  

*This position does not require applicants to possess a working knowledge of Action Sports

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION:   

Competitive salary     Daily meals providedLodging benefitsDiscounts on merchandise   16.50 an hour -Camp Counselor Exemption - 85% Per California exemption wage order 5.All other applicable deductions will be applied. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reside in staff-housing, with potential to be placed in cabin with campers as needed  Follow department schedules; attend trainings, be present for scheduled meetings for updates and staff support  Help facilitate supportive environment across camp facilities and throughout the camp day  Work with a team of camp nurses and athletic trainers to ensure the best health care is provided to campers  Collaborate with, and educate, camp staff on behavior management and de-escalation techniques  Execute plans in a developmentally appropriate manner, with attention to the camper’s physical, social, and emotional needs  Responsible for documenting all camper encounters and parent communications  Responsible for communicating with Supervisors, Manager and Director  Responsible for self-care, communicating needs around this  

  

Camper Supervision  

Support campers experiencing homesickness, stress, peer-conflicts  Attend camper orientation to provide education on safety, health, and wellness  Supervise and support campers at meal times, instruction, recreation activities, in and around the cabins  Attend cabin check and nightly cabin circle for connection building and support of cabin counselor  Support  medical team and Athletic Trainers to ensure campers have received their daily medication(s), visited the training room for evaluations,  Actively engaged with campers; ensure they have signed up for at least one rec activity and have taken care of their basic needs: adequate water, food and rest throughout the day and week.  Execute camp disciplinary escalation process as needed  

  

Facilities and Equipment  

Execute the daily routine for health and wellness staff throughout camp.  Provide a feedback report to evaluate, evolve, and elevate all camper experience, including parent communication  
  

Other Duties as Assigned  

Preferred Experience/Special Skills:

Have (or are in pursuit of) an Associates or Bachelor's degree in a Social Work, Psychology or other behavioral health program  1+ years of working with kids and/or teens  Knowledge of and sensitivity to children, their behavior and development  Understanding of appropriate behavior management techniques  Professionalism in handling sensitive, confidential information  CPR CertificationCalifornia Mandated Reporter Certification  Mental Health First Aid (Youth, Teens, or Adult)  Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite  Ability prioritize multiple tasks at the same time  Strong interpersonal skills. Able to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.  Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving  

Basic/Schedule Requirements:

FBI and DOJ fingerprint screening requiredCPR/First Aid CertificationPhysical Capabilities: bend, twist, push, pull, stand, lift 50 lbs.Must be comfortable working in an outdoor and indoor all-season environment.  Adhere to all workplace safety practices, expectations, and guidelines.  Ability to work weekends, holidays, evenings.  On-site work attendance at Woodward West  

You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common.  We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view.  Even if you don't think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job, we'd love to hear from you.

If you need assistance with your application, please reach out to hr@woodwardcamp.com