What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor- Camp Hantesa position at Camp Fire Heart Of Iowa?
Seasonal: May-August Responsible for the day-to-day supervision of campers and implementation of safe program activities. Assists in the management of the physical operation of camp facilities and equipment.
Description
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Experience working with youth of diverse backgrounds and abilities preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work with children and teens in an enthusiastic and positive manner.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
- Good character, integrity, patience, and adaptability.
- Have, or have the ability to complete during staff training, Mandatory Reporter, and First Aid/CPR certifications. Additional certifications may be required depending on program area.
- Interest and experience with activities in applicable program area (i.e. aquatics, creative arts, outdoor skills).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions.
- Use of hands, fingers, arms, feet and legs to perform daily duties.
- Ability to speak and hear.
- Significant sitting, standing, walking, and physical activity.
- Significant amount of time spent outdoors.
- Ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.
- Ability to constantly interact with the public in a professional manner.
- Ability to perform professionally in stressful situations.
- Ability to follow proper wearing, cleaning and/or replacement procedures of Personal Protective equipment (masks, gloves, etc.) all day in all climates.
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
- Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid/CPR. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, water rescue, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
- Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate program equipment.
- Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program in the facility available.
- Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying weather conditions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Ensure the safety and well-being of campers at all times:
- Help campers have fun, take risks, make friends, resolve conflicts, and develop skills
- Provide encouragement to all campers and motivate them to participate in new/challenging activities
- Provide compassionate, respectful, and honest guidance/support to campers when they misbehave
- Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving in the group
- Provide First Aid to campers and staff as needed within counselor scope of practice
- Plan and implement activities:
- Uphold program quality expectations in all activities
- Create and execute (or assist with) at least three craft plans per week instructing campers in program activities
- Ensure all relevant safety regulations and ACA standards are followed
- Be a positive role model for youth in language, dress, behavior, and attitude.
- Live in cabin units with campers and supervise all assigned aspects of the campers' day including getting campers up and to breakfast on time, cabin clean-up, meal times, rest hour, evening activities, getting ready for bed
- Encourage respect for personal property and camp equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
- Teach and explain rules and expectations to campers.
- Work cooperatively with other staff and Apprentices.
- Cooperate with parents of campers. Communicate any staff or parent concerns to the Administrative Team.
- Manage personal time off in accordance with camp policy.
- Submit all required reports, evaluations, craft plans, and postcards on time.
- Work at Camp Hantesa and/or Camp Canwita as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrative Team.
Salary
$325 - $400 per week
Salary : $325 - $400
