Junior Counselor

Junior CounselorAre you ready for an unforgettable summer? Join Our Team as a Junior Counselor! As a Junior Counselor, you’ll play an essential role in creating a positive and fun environment for campers. Working alongside experienced counselors, you'll help lead a group of 15-20 campers through exciting activities, fostering a sense of teamwork and adventure. At our camp, we believe that campers come first, and every day is an opportunity for growth and fun. Junior Counselors will grow in their leadership potential and create meaningful memories for campers. If you love working with kids, embracing a camp spirit, and making lasting memories, this is the job for you!Pay range : $15.00 / hour starting pay based on qualifications. This is an hourly, part-time position, consisting of up to 37.5 hours per week.Work Schedule : Monday to Friday, 8 : 30AM-4 : 00PMProgram Date : June 16 - August 15, 2025Training Dates : June 5 & 6, 2025 @5 : 30pm – 8 : 30pmJune 7, 2025 @8 : 30am – 4 : 00pmJune 18, 2025 @4 : 15pm – 5 : 15pmJuly 2, 2025 @4 : 15pm-5 : 15pmApplications will continue to be accepted and may be considered until the positions are filled. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Note : Along with the required application, candidates are asked to submit a cover letter describing their qualifications and interest in the position.Appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placement conditions including CORI and SORI checks. Costs of these pre-placement requirements will be borne by the Town.The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Work with campers grades K-6 with and without disabilities, in an outdoor day camp setting.Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.Participate in all camp activities with camp group including swimming, sports, art, science, music, free time, and field trips.Ensure that the camper group is on time for all activities and remains meaningfully engaged during programming.Communicate with lead counselors, counselors, directors, specialists, nurse and parents regarding camper’s daily experiences.Enforce rules, regulations, and policies to assure safety of all children in attendance.Build relationship with campers to foster friendly, supportive and nurturing group dynamics.Maintain a practice of stewardship for recreation property including proper accounting and storage of all camp equipment.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES : Previous experience working with children.An easy-going, fun-loving personality.A desire and ability to work well in teams.An eagerness to receive feedback and willingness to develop leadership skills.A tremendous work ethic.Ability to work autonomously as well as take action as needed.Confidence and positive presence in both group and one-on-one settings.A personality and character that exudes leadership, flexibility, trustworthiness, creativity, energy, inspiration and positivity.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Must be at least 15 years of age (work permit required).Some high school education required.Experience participating in or working at a summer camp / program, preferred.CPR and first aid certified (available during staff training).Available to work for the entire camp season preferred.WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Work is performed primarily outdoors during the summer months. May be subjected to moderate variations of temperature, noise, odors, etc. Work may be performed indoors in a relatively noisy work environment, with constant interruptions. Frequently subjected to the demands of other individuals and the volume and / or rapidity with which tasks must be accomplished.Must be able to stand and / or walk for extended periods of time. Balancing, crouching, grasping, pulling, reaching and stooping may also be required.This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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