*Senior Camp Counselor Job Description*
Following is a list of responsibilities:
* Supervise children, promote learning opportunities, and lead camp activities.
* Arrive prepared and on time for your shift every day.
* Assist in planning and implementing the camp curriculum that reflects the values of Roots Vacation Camps.
* Role model acceptable behaviors and decision-making for participants and peers.
* Actively participate in all related in-services, trainings, and staff meetings.
* Utilize appropriate guidance and developmental techniques with participants to create an orderly environment that is conducive to learning and child safety.
* Plan and lead games, activities, etc.
during camp down time, drop-off, pick-up, or other free time.
* Maintain positive relationships with campers by showing sensitivity to campers’ emotional needs and problem solving any camper issues effectively.
* Communicate all pertinent issues affecting programs to Director and Coordinators (i.
e.
staff/CIT/ parent/camper/concerns, etc.
), in a timely manner
* Establish good rapport with families of campers at drop-off and pick-up.
* Create a nurturing, positive and professional environment while promoting program policies and procedures amongst co-counselors, volunteers, and community participants.
* Be able to accept guidance and supervision from supervisors, as well as give feedback to co-counselor(s)
* Provide substitute coverage to other sites on an as needed basis.
Desired qualifications
* At least 18 years of age
* First Aid/CPR/AED certifications or willing to obtain within 60 days of hire.
* Demonstrated ability to conduct complex, critical problem solving independently.
* Knowledge of and ability to learn appropriate child development techniques.
* Desire to work with children and help them develop physically, mentally, and emotionally.
* Demonstrated track record of timeliness and punctuality.
While performing the duties of this job, the staff member is regularly required to:
* Sit, stand, or reach for extended periods of time.
* Move around the work environment independently.
* Communicate via computer, multi-line phone, and smart phone.
* Push, pull, or lift up to 25 pounds for short periods of time.
* The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate, but may vary based on a number of external factors.
This list of responsibilities is not meant to be all-inclusive and may be adjusted to meet the operational needs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.
00 - $16.
50 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
* Westfield, MA 01085: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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