What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor - Camp PT position at Mercer County Community College?
JOB SUMMARY AND DUTIES
If you are considering a new job, work environment or career opportunities you should look at Mercer County Community College. MCCC is a publicly supported college that is open to all and dedicated to student success. In order to support that mission Mercer seeks to attract, retain, and support a skilled diverse workforce which is our most valuable resource. We thrive on and are proud of our diversity and open access. Our students and employees find the College large enough for a multitude of offerings yet small enough to keep the “Community” feel for all. The College consists of two campuses, the James Kerney Campus (JKC) in the capital city of Trenton, NJ and a larger 292 acre suburban campus just six miles north of Trenton. As part of the comprehensive and valuable benefits package the College offers credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses and dependents. This allows for employees and their families to take advantage of earning a higher education degree without the high cost. The College offers students 69 Degree Program Options and 35 Credit Certificates from which to choose.
Support and Assist the camp instructors with daily lesson plans, projects and supervision of children.
- Work closely with administrative staff to create, help develop, lead and implement programming and activities.
- Prepare and actively participate in staff training and meetings.
- Oversee various program activities and promote recreation and sports skills through fun, safe and diverse activities.
- Be consistent with enforcing policies and procedures.
- Make connections with campers and develop meaningful relationships.
- Show enthusiasm and encourage campers to get involved in all camp activities while respecting the equipment, facilities, and personal property.
- Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist with personal and/or health problems; discuss with the camp director and/or parents when appropriate.
- Eat lunch with campers and ensure the eating area is clean.
- Recognize and respond to problems as they arise.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- HS/GED.
- Must be 18 years old or older
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Available to work every day during the camp season beginning June 21 to August 19, 2022:
- Session A: June 21 through July 22, 2022
- Session B: July 25 through August 19, 2022
- Session A & B: June 21 through August 19, 2022
CORE COMPETENCIES
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.
Customer Focus: Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.
Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
12 Month Faculty Benefits
- Health Care
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Optional Tax Deferral Plans (403b and 457b plans)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mercer County Community College Tuition Waiver
- Employee Assistance Program, Recreation Pass to College's Pool and Fitness Center
- 14 Holidays
- 3 Personal days
- 12 Sick days per year
- Paid Jury Duty
- Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave
- Various employee discounts include Mercer County Community College Bookstore, Kelsey Theatre, NJM Insurance and Corporate Offers - "Best Pricing" to theme parks, theatre and sporting events.
