What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Camp Counselor- Camp Nazareth position at Catholic Charities of Oneida Madison Counties?
Salary plus food and room and board is provided.
Department: Camp Nazareth
Job Title: Lead Counselor
Date: 02/24
Reports to: Assistant Camp Director
Qualifications:
Education/Experience
· Must be at least 18 years of age with previous experience in camping and supervision of children or acceptable training.
· Experience and training in special activity areas, such as archery, arts and crafts, sports and/or character education.
· Ability to work well with others in a team setting.
· Ability to always act as a positive role model.
· Ability to always maintain professional boundaries with campers and staff.
· Employment is contingent upon approval from Oneida County Health Department. This includes clearance from the NYS Sex Offender Registry and any other regulatory governmental requirements.
Major Function:
Administrative
· Responsible for immediate supervision of campers, provide leadership and guidance to all Counselors and CIT.
· Ensure maximum safety for all campers.
· Interpret camp safety and health regulations for campers.
· Supervise cabin/bunker behavior and housekeeping.
· Coordinate and lead cabin/bunker activities.
· Act as host/hostess in dining hall.
· Maintain daily logbook.
· Lead special activity groups.
· Escort campers to and from all daily activities.
· Provide supervision during daily programs.
· Assist in activity planning and lead activities.
· Assist on Sunday registration.
· Complete cabin/bunker clean-up and preparation for Sunday arrivals before departure on Friday evenings.
· Inform Assistant Camp Director/Health Director of any situations jeopardizing the health/safety of staff/campers.
· Uphold Camp Nazareth’s philosophy and always abide by proper policy and procedures.
· Provide oversight for allergy maintenance of assigned campers with support of Health Director.
Supervisory
· Provide supervision and leadership for Counselors, Campers and CIT to carry out a safe camp experience.
· Ensure that Counselors, Campers and CIT are participating in daily activities.
Client/Program Related
· Design and develop ongoing summer camp programs at camp.
· Oversee and actively participate in the registration drop off and pick up process.
· Develop camp maintenance priority list and refer to Agency Administration.
· Assist in all other assigned areas.
Catholic Charities Agency and Community
· Attending all internal staff meetings and program related meetings, as necessary.
· Participate in in-service training sessions, workshops, conferences and/or continuing education programs within Catholic Charites or the larger community, as necessary.
· Participate in other duties, programs and activities within the Department as directed.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $2,000.00 - $2,200.00 per month
Experience:
- working with children: 1 year (Preferred)
- camping: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Woodgate, NY 13494 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,000 - $2,200
