Seasonal Mindfulness Leader

WHO WE ARE

Since 1922, Westchester Country Club is an exclusive family-oriented private club located in Rye, New York. Westchester Country Club is among the top country clubs and proudly designated as a Platinum Club of America, ranking #29 out of the top 150 country clubs in the United States.

With over 1,600 members, Westchester Country Club offers world-class facilities including the main club property and the beach club on the Long Island Sound. Club members enjoy two championship golf courses and a 9-hole executive course, comprehensive tennis and squash facilities, various dining options, an on-site fitness facility and indoor pool, and other specialized amenities. Westchester Country Club also has two large banquet rooms, conference facilities, member apartments, and guest accommodations.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are hiring a Mindfulness Director to join our Beach Camp team. The Mindfulness Director will report to the Camp Director and will be responsible for designing, planning and executing a successful and fulfilling Camp’s Mindfulness program. This position will plan and design a Mindfulness program to last the Camp’s duration, work closely with the Camp Director to assure the proper safety and goals are met, and lead Campers through Mindfulness-oriented activities on a daily basis.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Mindfulness Director must complete all tasks and assignments assigned by the Camp Director, including but not limited to:

• Participate in and complete all Camp staff orientations and trainings
• Plan and execute Camper activities focused on promoting healthy choices and social-emotional growth
• Plan and execute Camper activities aimed to utilize play and group problem-solving and promote positive engagement among Campers
• Lead daily Camper Mindfulness activities
• Manage overall planning and execution of Mindfulness portion of Camp, including ordering of materials and daily planning for entirety of Camp
• Work closely with Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director to assure success of Mindfulness program
• Assist with parent/guardian inquiries as needed
• Assist Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director with daily Camp operations as needed

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Must have prior experience in and/or leading mindfulness activities including but not limited to yoga, tai chi, etc.
• Experience working with children required
• Valid teaching certification a plus
• Must complete all team member orientations, trainings, and documents prior to start of Camp
• Must possess strong leadership skills, with an eye toward innovation
• Must be available for Camp’s six-week duration from June 30th to August 8th. There will be two orientation dates to take place prior to the start date of camp.
• Must be available for Camp’s operational hours (typically Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM), with the ability to work varying daily start/end times at the Camp Director’s discretion
• Must have excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, Counselors, Campers, parents and guardians
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to plan and execute detailed and effective plans for the Camp Mindfulness program
• Maintain a high level of visibility, ensuring availability to respond to team member, Camper, and parent/guardian inquiries
• Working primarily in and around the designated Camp areas, both indoor and outdoor

PAY RANGE

$21.00 - $25.00 hourly compensation, commensurate with experience

WHAT WE OFFER

At WCC, we believe that our biggest strength lies in the exceptional people who work for our organization to deliver memorable experiences to our members and their families. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and providing our team members a meaningful and rewarding career experience with us.

ALL team members enjoy free lunch and dinner meals, free parking, a lifestyle discount program, and numerous recognition events and activities throughout the year.