Day Camp Staff

Day camp counselors will supervise and assist daily needs of campers with disabilities (including feeding, showering, toileting, & dressing). Lead daily activities: arts & crafts, games, dance, music, water, nature, and other programs. Act in a responsible manner while employed, on and off camp grounds, to set a proper example. Work in collaboration with other staff to make the summer a rewarding, challenging and safe experience for all. Staff are expected to lead and/or participate in all camp activities with the campers which may include: playing games, hiking, nature, presentations, crafts and other programs. Staff must provide their own transportation. This position requires leadership by example.

Essential Functions:

• Supervise a camper group and help each camper adjust and grow with other campers.

• Assist in developing individual camper’s independence, self-esteem, and peer relationships in the summer camping environment.

• Write and decorate aesthetically pleasing camp notes and camper awards each week, due at the time designated by the Program Director.

• Design and/or lead activities that are safe, fun and promote cabin unity.

• Keep program areas clean and involve campers in clean-up activities by leading by example.

• Arrive on time.

• Interpret safety and health rules, as well as other camp policies, to campers.

• Actively participate in all activities.

• Use behavior management techniques as outlined in the policy and procedure handbook.

• Evaluate camp program and provide input to support staff and directors.

• Abide by mandatory reporting policies, as described in the policy and procedure handbook.

• Provide the extra needed medical and personal attention required by campers with disabilities.

• Offer enthusiasm for camp life and programs.

• Other duties as assigned by the Program Director or staff leaders

The Counselor must be a minimum of 18 years of age and a High School graduate.

• At least one year of college or equivalent life/work-experience
• Participate in pre-season staff training. A mid-season training is offered for late hires.
• Must be able to receive and apply critical feedback in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to make appropriate decisions regarding childcare and program
• He or she must also pass First Aid and CPR training (offered during or before staff training).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• The employee will work regularly from 8:30 am to 3:30pm.
• The counselor will run, jump, and play for extended periods of time without break.

• Must be able to lift objects that weigh up to 50 pounds

• The counselor must be able and willing to participate in lakefront activities such as swimming and boating.