Summer Camp Counselors

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Position Summary: Junior Counselors are responsible for assisting with planning, coordinating, and teaching camp activities. Counselors must assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes. Counselors will lead children between 5 and 14 years of age during weekly themed camps throughout the summer. Essential Job Functions: Continually keep campers active and engaged in fun and challenging activities while maintaining a safe environment Follow and execute activities according to pre-designed daily lesson plans Lead a group of up to 5-10 campers ages 5-14 with a fun, positive, and outgoing attitude Act as a role model to all children attending camp Interact with children, parents/guardians, and co-workers in a professional manner at all times Support the teachers in planning and leading activities Actively participate in all aspects of the day camp schedule as assigned Assist with Extended Day Campers Qualifications & Skills: Must be at least 16 years of age or older Currently CPR and First Aid Certified One year working in a camp environment or coaching/teaching children preferred Meets the Child Protection Clearance of PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check Skilled in teaching a variety of crafts, songs, stories, games, sports, and related camp activities Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents Must understand and be committed to working with a diverse population Attend all required pre-camp and camp season training and meetings as scheduled Physical Requirements: Must be able to conduct recreational activities with youth equipment operation. Participate in all physical activities such as field sports, water play, and physical team building. Experience: Childcare: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: Clearances to work with children (Required) CPR Certification (Preferred) Work Location: One location