JOB
Counselors are under the direct supervision of the Camp Director.
Counselors are responsible for their team; these duties include: program leadership, the well-being of campers, helping with daily activities, completing forms, attending meetings and assisting the Camp Director with other work related task.
Counselors must be flexible and ready to assist in any and all areas, as needed or required by the Camp Director.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Organizing games such as soccer, baseball, basketball, and a variety of tag games by explaining the rules and acting as referee or umpire throughout the game.
Sometimes as you are also participating in the activity.
Leading activities such as arts and crafts, demonstrating various techniques and encouraging children to come up with new creative ideas.
Communicating with parents, providing updates when required and answering questions about the camp.
Providing guidance, motivation and support to all campers.
Keeping daily attendance records.
Communicate daily with the Director as to daily plans, special needs, absences from the program, discipline of children, difficulties with other counselors and any other concerns.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical Requirements/Working ConditionsExpected to perform the following or it is a critical part of the position: sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking, driving, cleaning and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Mental requirements: Must be able to advise, evaluate, coordinate, observe, negotiate, organize, plan and supervise.