Summer Camp Counselor

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Are you ready to dive into an unforgettable summer experience while making a real impact? Connolly Ranch Education Center is on the lookout for passionate, nature-loving, and fun-conscious seasonal Day Camp Counselors! Here’s your chance to be part of a team that connects kids and families to nature in an environment that’s all about learning, playing, and growing.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the Fun: Engage with kids ages 3 to 16 through exciting activities like hiking, gardening, and crafting!
• Teach & Inspire: Share your knowledge about sustainable practices, organic gardening, and the fascinating world of farm life.
• Be a Role Model: Encourage kids to become environmental stewards by fostering a love for nature and healthy living.
• Create Memories: Organize games, art projects, and music sessions that get everyone involved and inspired by the beauty around them.
• Collaborate & Connect: Work alongside a fantastic team, including the Lead Camp Counselor and Camp Manager, to ensure every child has a memorable experience at Connolly Ranch.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Make a Difference: You won’t just be a counselor; you’ll be a mentor and a friend, guiding the next generation to appreciate and protect our planet.
• Be Part of a Community: Join a diverse team dedicated to welcoming over 9,000 visitors each year through camps, classes, and open farm days.
• Explore & Grow: Spend your summer outdoors, learn new skills, and gain experience that can boost your resume and career prospects!

If you’re ready to contribute to an unforgettable summer, foster love for nature, and make lasting memories with kids, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Start Date: June 11, 2025 (3 days of training CPR certification)

End Date: August 8, 2025

Session Breakdown:

Session 1: 6/16 - 6/27

Session 2: 6/30 - 7/11 (no camp on 7/3 & 7/4)

Session 3: 7/14-7/25

Session 4: 7/28 - 8/8

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Note: Some age groups require additional hours outside of the typical schedule. If you are interested in those opportunities, please let us know!

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Engage with Campers: Communicate clearly and effectively with campers to ensure their physical and emotional safety while keeping them actively involved in activities.
• Foster Team Collaboration: Work closely with peers and supervisors to create a positive and high-functioning team environment.
• Model Positive Behavior: Serve as a role model for campers by demonstrating respect for nature and encouraging positive interactions among peers.
• Maintain a Positive Attitude: Bring enthusiasm and a willingness to learn and grow in your role at camp.
• Monitor Safety and Behavior: Observe camper behavior and enforce safety regulations, utilizing appropriate behavior management techniques as needed.
• Support Individual Success: Create opportunities for each camper to find success and enjoyment during camp activities.
• Follow Established Protocols: Adhere to the camp schedule developed by the Lead Counselor and Camp Manager to ensure a seamless experience for campers.
• Engage During Meals and Free Time: Monitor and interact with campers during meals and all unstructured time to foster connections and create a supportive environment.
• Communicate with Families: Effectively share information with parents and caregivers about their child’s experience and the camp program.
• Plan with the Team: Collaborate with fellow staff members to identify and prepare any equipment and supplies needed for activities.
• Participate in Meetings and Events: Attend staff meetings and help with special events to strengthen connections within the team and community.
• Assist with Additional Duties: Be flexible and ready to take on other responsibilities as needed to support the camp’s mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Patience and Empathy: A high level of patience and empathy is essential for working with children.
• Experience with Children: Genuine desire and ability to engage with children aged 3 to 16 in an outdoor setting.
• Leadership Skills: Capability to lead and co-lead educational experiences that promote critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity, with a focus on nature-based learning.
• Time Management: Strong organizational skills to prepare for and deliver activities in a timely manner.
• Receptive to Feedback: Willingness to accept supervision and guidance, and the ability to implement constructive feedback.
• Team Player: Ability to effectively collaborate in team settings, contributing your skills to support the organization’s mission.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with campers, peers, and management.
• Knowledge of Nature: General knowledge of gardening, farm animals, and conservation, along with a passion for the outdoors.
• Professional Interactions: Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with Leads and the Management team.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to changing conditions, such as varying group sizes and weather.
• Certification Requirements: Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it during staff training.
• Transportation: Reliable means of transportation to and from the camp.
• Background Check: Ability to pass a criminal background check as required by the organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in all weather elements.
• Able to hike up to 4 miles while attending to children’s well-being and safety.
• Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis
• Able to perform general office administrative activities: copying, filing, and keeping electronic records
• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally

PAY

All seasonal Day Camp Counselors will receive a set salary starting at $800/week ($740 for floaters), with opportunities for weekly pay increases for additional responsibilities, such as overnight camp supervision, lead positions, and weekend programming. Further details will be discussed during the interview process.

NOTE: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Ready to join our team? Apply now by filling out our application here: https://forms.gle/GLT92s49ByhGsFfaA

You can expect to hear from us within 1-5 days of submission.

In the meantime, if you have any questions, please email amy@connollyranch.org. We can’t wait to connect with you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: From $800.00 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Napa, CA 94558 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Napa, CA 94558: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $800