GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Family Programming Director, the Camp Counselor is responsible for implementing Camp activities for children ages three to ten years old; to ensure a safe, clean, fun environment for children; execute the department’s established guidelines and standards.

 

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS Organize Campers ages three to ten years old Provide a safe, clean environment including picking up toys, and wiping down equipment and counters, cleaning work spaces after activities such as art and lunch Ensure that all campers are supervised at all times Ensure that all items on the opening and closing operations checklists are completed Greet parents and children with a smile; invite children to join activities Ensure interaction with children at all times; ensure that all children are engaged with a special focus on older, shy and/or bored children; comfort and assist all children in need Organize and implement age-appropriate activities such as sports scrimmages, arts & crafts, and group games Transfer campers to and from activities within the Club Ensure children are treated with responsive respectfulness, i.e. coached vs. scolded; discuss behavior tactfully and out of range of child’s hearing Communicate timely and follow up as appropriate Active participation in events, programs, meetings and training, as well has Camp marketing events Represent the club in a professional manner through image, dress, communication, and immediate follow through and response Communicate important information to parents in a detailed and professional manner