Seasonal Assistant Unit Leader - Camp Inawendiwin

Job Description

Job Description

Seasonal Assistant Unit Leaders are the active caregivers for each camper. The Assistant Unit Leader is

responsible for helping to plan, teach, coordinate, and carry out activities and guiding campers in their

personal growth and daily living skills as directed by the Program Manager or Unit Leader.

Essential Job Functions :

1. Assist in the supervision and organization of campers in their camper group within activities and through camp

Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth

Assure campers are properly supervised at all times within accordance to Safety Activity Checkpoints and Camp ratios

Be aware of and implement safety guidelines

2. Participate in the implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes

Responsible for leading or assisting with the teaching of activities

Actively participate in all program areas as assigned

Provide for a progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities

Assist in all camp program areas and activities as directed

Collect and evaluate records; report and evaluate camp program and activity areas.

3. Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff

Provide the daily care of each camper within your supervision

Ensure that campers receive their medications as directed by the Health Care Supervisor

Be alert to camper and staff needs within your program; discuss with the Health Director and / or Camp Director when appropriate

Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to the Business Manager

4. Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior

Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures

Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship

5. Represent the camp when interacting with parents or community members

Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience

Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp

Other Job Responsibilities :

Attends all trainings and staff meetings before and during the camp season

Provide supervision for campers while at camp or on camp sponsored field trips

Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested

Adhere to all GSCSNJ Council policies and procedures

Observe all safety precautions and comply with all GSCSNJ Council health and safety rules and procedures

Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned

Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise programs, special events, and other all-camp activities and camp functions

Assist with camp healthcare needs as needed, including camper check-in, supervision of ill campers, and non-emergency transport

Take daily attendance, inventory program supplies, and provide written reports of incidents, accidents, and usage of first aid supplies

Supervise and guide Camp Aides within the unit

Survey your assigned unit area daily :

• Keep the area free of hazards and debris
• Remove garbage from your unit area daily
• Items left in your unit area will be brought to Lost & Found daily

Qualifications for Both Positions :

Must be 15-17 years of age. At the discretion of the camp's director.

First Aid / CPR certification preferred

Must submit health history record

Ability to interact with all age levels

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Understanding of the development needs of youth.

Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner

Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated camp program areas

Physical Aspects of the Job :

Ability to communicate and work with all participating groups and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff

Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques

Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards

Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers

Some physical requirements of a unit leader could be endurance including prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, walking long distances, hiking, climbing, and stretching

The ability to lift program supplies up to 50 lbs.

The ability to withstand daily exposure to the sun, heat, and animals (bugs, snakes, bats, etc.)