What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Camp Counselor Haverford position at ESF Camps?
Join our Haverford team in Haverford, PA: Be a Hero to our youngest Campers as a Mini Camp Counselor at ESF Camps!
Are you ready to embark a positive learning experience while making a difference for the summer? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create a summer like no other for campers from preschool to 8th grade. We are looking for energetic and compassionate people to join our team and make a positive impact while having a blast with our youngest campers.
A mini camp Counselor handles camper group management and assists with multiple activities (i.e., art, STEM, swimming, sports, etc.). They work in one of the following programs:
- Mini Camp: Preschool through Kindergarten
Why ESF?
- Inspire Young Minds: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support.
- Unleash Your Potential: We offer opportunities for internships, fieldwork, and overall professional development.
- Become a Leader: Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children.
- Positive Environment: Experience the chance to be part of a team guided by ESF Core Values.
Extra Perks:
- Convenient Summer Schedule: Enjoy nights and weekends off.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Increase your earnings through referrals from your network.
- Free Certifications: Reimbursements are available for qualified roles.
- Camp Tuition: Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children.
Requirements:
- Experience: We are looking for experience working with children. Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred.
- Age Requirements:
- Day Camp, Senior Camp, Major/Tech Camps: Must be at least age 17 by the start of camp.
- Mini Camp Division (Preschool-Kindergarten): Must be at least age 18 by the start of camp.
- Hours: Typically, from 8:30 am to 3:40 pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for extended hours for additional income.
- Schedule Commitment: Any schedule changes or time off must be pre-approved by the site director.
- Required Training: Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding.
- Dress Code: Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Dive into the Camp Day! Promote and participate in daily activities and projects with enthusiasm, collaborating effectively with co-counselors.
- Safety & Positive Group Management: Ensure the safety and well-being of campers with emphasis on positive behavior and effective group management. Promptly report any concerns to the Site Director.
- Be the Ultimate Role Model: Supervise campers, while fostering a positive, welcoming, and safe environment.
- Demonstrate ESF Core Values & Code daily, from “Gratitude” to “Bring It” daily.
- Model the ESF Virtues of Character (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, Community) in camp daily.
- Adhere to all company policies.
- Communication: Maintain clear, concise, and engaging communication with campers, families, peers, and our leadership team.
Reporting Relationships:
- Reports directly to and takes direction from the Camp Director, with additional accountability to the Site Director.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Push/pull, lift, and carry a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds across campus. Work outside, upright, and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per day .
- Respond to emergencies, including running (up to 1 mile in some cases) and ascending stairs without undue exertion.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
