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Special Activity Counselor

The Padonia Corporation
Cockeysville, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Specialty Counselor – PADONIA Summer Camps

Full-Time / Seasonal Non-Exempt / Hourly

Reports To : Camp Managers

General Role :

To lead campers through their daily routine participating in all activities. This person will represent the camp with a professional manner that promotes an energetic, fun, team-like atmosphere.

Specific Duties :

  • Teach lessons and give instruction
  • Ensure the safety of all campers, staff, etc.
  • Supervise campers assigned to the group at all times
  • Plan, assist, and support special activities
  • Coordinate and support the efforts of counselors assigned to the group
  • Designate which counselors have direct responsibility for which campers daily
  • If necessary, successfully complete training for zipline, ropes course, archery, and utilize utilize training to safely oversee camper participation in zipline, ropes course, archery, and other related activities
  • Instruct forms of creative art, music, theatrical, dance, performing arts, sports, athletics, and science
  • Attend all staff training and meetings
  • Deal with behavioral issues following the PADONIA Summer Camps guidelines
  • Assist campers with the application of sunscreen throughout the camp day
  • Keep inventory of equipment and supplies
  • Requesting / preparing supplies list for camp activities in a timely manner
  • Duties include assisting with special events, character performing, food and beverage operations, general maintenance, and other assigned duties
  • Cleaning duties include all areas such as full bathroom, cleaning (toilets, showers, stocking, trash, floors, etc.) event spaces, offices, swimming pools, grounds, etc.
  • Follow all safety and health guidelines as outlined by the company
  • All other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications :

  • 18 years old
  • High School graduate or higher
  • 2 years’ experience working with children
  • Preferred Availability - Monday to Friday from June 16, 2025, to August 22, 2025
  • Ability to lead and motivate
  • Organized
  • Fun-loving and energetic
  • Submit to pre-placement background check with favorable results
  • Commitment to diversity, encouraging an inclusive work environment that supports workforce diversity and diverse perspectives
  • Environmental Conditions and Physical Expectations :

  • Must be able to work in both air-conditioned / heated classrooms as well as outdoor venues that include a variety of weather conditions including hot or cold temperatures
  • Must be able to participate in swimming and wading activities during the summer session which will require wearing a swimsuit and getting into the pools
  • Must be able to walk / stand for extended periods of time as long as 2 hours
  • Must be able to sit for extended periods of time up to approximately 2 hours
  • Must be able to lift children who weigh 20-50 lbs. for emergency medical or evacuation purposes
  • Must be able to lift, move, push and carry 50 lbs. frequently
  • Must be able to work shifts that include arriving / departing in both daylight / nighttime conditions
  • Must be able to engage in physical activities that include walking, jumping, running, throwing, stretching, etc.
  • Must be able to engage in physical activities that may include low ropes courses, zipline, archery, Adventure Camp activities, etc.
  • In accordance with company policy, reasonable accommodation will be made for any qualified employee to perform the essential functions of the employee’s position, absent undue hardship to the company.

    Employment is “at will,” meaning your employment is for no definite term or period of time, and either you or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.

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