What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adaptive Camp Counselor position at BRETTON WOODS RECREATION CENTER INC?
Job Details
Description
Adaptive Camp Counselor
Bretton Woods Recreation Center is seeking Camp Counselors for Adventure Camp. This is a great opportunity to be a part of an organization that believes our team members are our most important resource and therefore takes great pride in selecting individuals that help us to achieve our mission.
The Team Building and Outdoor Experiential Education will lead a variety of outdoor and adventure-based programs. Activities and programs include, but are not limited, to canoeing, high- and low- ropes course elements, tubing, stand-up paddle boarding, as well as experiential learning activities including rocket building, go carts building, nature crafts, and environmental education.
Reports to: Summer Camp Director
Supervises: None
Essential Functions
- Set up activities for the day.
- Welcome campers with positive energy.
- Ensures that safety, fun, and education are priorities for all activities.
- Monitor campers during outdoor activities.
- Coordinate closely with the Camp Director, Adventure Camp Director, and other staff.
- Teach camp counselors and campers proper safety procedures.
- Maintain safety standards and compliance.
- Complete additional tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willing to obtain.
- Experience teaching or leading outdoor skills/activities.
- Experience in outdoor activities preferred but not required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work with all ages.
- Must be flexible, positive, and can work in a team-oriented environment.
- Able to work under pressure and focus on multiple tasks while maintaining high quality standards.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment where change and improvement is always present.
- Must have reliable transportation (no access to public transportation).
- Be available to be a bus counselor.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Lift, carry, pull, and push up to 75 pounds.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Comfortable working at heights.
- Comfortable in personal watercraft (tube, canoe, stand-up paddle board, and kayak).
Benefits Offered
Access to our 18-hole golf course
Free meal during work shifts
Discounted Camp enrollment*
Our Mission
Great people creating lasting memories in an inclusive, and family-friendly environment.
Our Vision
We aim to be the leading recreational and wellness destination for the international community in the greater Washington D.C. area.
Our Values
International & Family-Friendly
Respect, Inclusiveness, Integrity
Quality & Excellence
Environmental Responsibility
Financial Responsibility
Transparency & Open Communication
