Summer Camp Counselor

Summer Camp Counselor

Best Apply Date:                Friday, April 4, 2025

We are currently seeking responsible, energetic counselors with a genuine passion for working with children to join our 2025 Day Camp Staff.

Staff who can commit to the Training Day, at least 6 weeks of Day Camp and 2 weeks of Adventure Camp are prioritized.  2025 Sessions are as follows:

• Adventure Camp Session A (May 27-30)
• Day Camp Session 1 (June 2-6)
• Day Camp Session 2 (June 9-13)
• Day Camp Session 3 (June 16-20)
• Day Camp Session 4 (June 23-27)
• Day Camp Session 5 (June 30-July 3)
• Day Camp Session 6 (July 7-11)
• Day Camp Session 7 (July 14-18)
• Day Camp Session 8 (July 21-25)
• Adventure Camp Session B (July 28-Aug 1)
• Adventure Camp Session C (August 4-8)

Purpose:  These positions are seasonal employees/volunteers working under the supervision of the Camp Director. The main responsibility of these positions is to lead a group of campers in having an enjoyable, safe, and enriching camp experience.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the health, well-being, and happiness of campers.
• Provide opportunities for the group so that all individuals experience success while at camp.
• Encourage respect for other campers, personal property, camp equipment and facilities.
• Guide campers in participating successfully in all aspects of camp activities.
• Supervise, assist instructors, and actively participate in all aspects of the campers’ day.
• Observe camper behavior, assess appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Meet and communicate regularly with the Director regarding concerns, updates, challenges.
• Provide appropriate feedback and information to parents as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience.
• Maintain positive relationships with campers by showing sensitivity to campers’ emotional needs and problem solving any camper issues effectively.
• Act as a role model for campers by following all policies and demonstrating enthusiasm, sense of humor, and self-control.
• Implement positive behavior-management techniques.
• Help maintain space and supplies.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience working with children; camp or other group experience preferred.
• Ability to teach and lead various recreational activities.
• Excellent character, integrity, and adaptability.
• Ability to communicate and work with a variety of age and skill levels.
• The desire and ability to work in a cooperative, team-oriented atmosphere.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
• All positions require successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.  A state issued ID or Driver’s License is needed for this process
• A minimum age of 15 is required to apply for paid positions
• A minimum age of 18 is required for for Dock Staff
• Lifeguards must be Certified in CPR and First Aid.
• Dock Staff must be Certified in CPR and Boater Safety.
• Must be available for training on Saturday, May 17, 2025.
• Available 8:45 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday from May 27 through August 8, 2025. We will try to accommodate any date conflicts; however, we do prioritize staff who can commit to the Training Day, 6 weeks of Day Camp and 2 weeks of Adventure Camp.

General:

• Demonstrates and enthusiastically supports the School’s Mission and values of courage, integrity, compassion, and excellence.
• Performs in a manner that reflects positively on The Bolles School.
• Builds deep relationships with students, families, and staff to foster a culture of inclusion.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Works in a noisy, fast paced environment both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to occasionally lift 45 lbs.
• Works intermittently in outside weather conditions which include daily exposure to sun, heat, water, and bugs.
• Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury).
• Must possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Prolonged standing, some bending, and walking required.