What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camper Support Counselor- Now Hiring- Summer 2025! position at POWDR?
Location: Woodward, Pennsylvania
Woodward PA, located in the rolling hills of central Pennsylvania, is a world-class action sports destination and camp. Our employee experience and culture are derived from our main product: FUN. We work, progress, and play in a world of innovative environments. If this sounds like what you are looking for, we'd love to hear from you!
JOB SUMMARY:
- Provide day-to-day care and support for campers, creating a safe, supportive environment.
- Ensure safety protocols are followed and be mindful and present throughout camp facilities, especially assigned cabins or zones.
- Act as a positive role model, building connections and fostering a fun, safe atmosphere for campers during instruction, recreation, and free time.
- Work closely with the health team, including camp nurses and athletic trainers, to address camper needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reside in staff housing and be present across camp facilities, overseeing camper safety and well-being.
- Collaborate with camp staff to provide behavior management, de-escalation, and support during meals, activities, and cabin time.
- Supervise campers in various settings, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met.
- Document camper interactions and communicate with supervisors, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Calm and confident in managing children in group settings.
- Able to work independently or in a team, with moderate supervision.
- Collaborative, open-minded, and capable of nurturing relationships with diverse groups.
- Motivated and accountable, with a strong attention to camper safety and well-being.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- 1 years of experience working with kids or teens; experience in behavioral health or social work preferred.
- Knowledge of behavior management and camper development, with strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
BASIC SCHEDULE AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Pre-hire criminal clearances required (PATCH, child abuse, FBI fingerprint).
- Physical ability to bend, twist, lift 50 lbs, and work in all-season outdoor environments.
- Preferred 4-week summer camp commitment during summer camp season
You make us Woodward. We are a welcoming community that celebrates individual stories, backgrounds, experiences, and identities where we all have "different" in common. We believe in the strength of representing all voices and having space for everyone. We believe in pushing boundaries and bringing our authentic selves to work while embracing uniqueness, creativity, and different points of view. Even if you don't think you meet all the qualifications listed for a job, we'd love to hear from you.
If you need assistance with your application, please reach out to hr@woodwardcamp.com
