Counselor, Day Camp (Busch Gardens Williamsburg)

What you get to do:

What you get to do:

• Responsible for the overall safety/well-being of campers in the park, and during off-site field trips.
• Greet and welcome campers and parents who arrive for Camp programs
• Teach and implement assigned camp curriculum in an effective and timely manner.
• Anticipate and willingly participate in designated camp duties: activity materials and equipment set-up and breakdown, classroom set-up and clean-up, team-building exercises, etc.
• Provide guidance to campers keeping them on task and behaving appropriately.
• Knowledge of camp rules / operations, getting around the park or any field trip sites.
• Serve as a positive role model for children and other park guests by adhering to company standards on wardrobe, conduct, safety, cleanliness, and timeliness at all times.
• Assist in maintenance and inventory of all Camp supplies and equipment.
• Perform general scheduling, clerical duties, paperwork, and office work pertaining to the operations of Adventure Camps.
• Participate in camper evaluations, follow-up paperwork and daily/weekly reports.
• Become familiar with each camp’s roster to prepare in advance for upcoming campers’ needs.
• Prepare materials for daily camp programming.
• Assist with teaching classes and implementing of games and activities.
• Assist camp management with daily operations.
• Utilize excellent communication and guest service skills (both oral and written)
• Maintain cleanliness of designated camp area
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid Driver's License with a good driving record and proof of insurance. Able to meet company driving guidelines
• Ability to pass the CPR certification course.
• Ability to maintain full availability with no scheduling restrictions during entire season.
• One (1) year of college experience preferred.
• At least six (6) months of prior experience working in childcare or similar fields.
• Able to stand and walk for an entire shift.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing and climb/ascend heights. Climb ladders up to 6' and ascend stairways and reach above shoulders.
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, bending, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing),
• Able to lift, push and pull 25 pounds
• Available to work varying shifts/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid, closing shifts and holidays.