Job description
Summary
Under the direction of the Camp Director and the Program Manager, this position's main responsibility is for the daily care and supervision of around 8-10 campers. Counselors will ensure the safety of campers that are between the ages of 6-14 by supervising youth. The position also is responsible for creating, leading, and implementing some daily activities in our outdoor camp setting. Besides the staple camp experience/activities, this position also incorporates activities such as social/emotional education, teaching youth pertinent life skills, and provides the opportunity for intentional reflection all based around fun weekly-themed camps.Our outdoor camp is in the woods near Swope Park in Kansas City, MO. And yes, a place like that does exist! We are surrounded by wooded areas, open fields, hiking and biking trails, and rustic buildings!
We are currently looking for 3 different time slots for camp counselors to join our 2023 summer team. Morning Shift: 7:00 am-*12:45 pm (5.75 hours), an Afternoon Shift: 12:15 pm-*6:00 pm (5.75 hours) or Full Day Shift : 8:30am-4:30pm (8hrs)
The dates of the camp are June 5th to July 28th. We are open 7:30 am-6 pm, M-F.
Mandatory pre-camp staff training will be from May 31st- June 2nd. After-camp cleanup day is July 31st. We will not run camp 4th of July week.
Duties
Requirements
Nice To Haves
Benefits
Choose either 8-hour days or half days
Free daily lunch
Learn core skills for your future jobs
Change children's lives daily
Under the direction of the Camp Director and the Program Manager, this position's main responsibility is for the daily care and supervision of around 8-10 campers. Counselors will ensure the safety of campers that are between the ages of 6-14 by supervising youth. The position also is responsible for creating, leading, and implementing some daily activities in our outdoor camp setting. Besides the staple camp experience/activities, this position also incorporates activities such as social/emotional education, teaching youth pertinent life skills, and provides the opportunity for intentional reflection all based around fun weekly-themed camps.Our outdoor camp is in the woods near Swope Park in Kansas City, MO. And yes, a place like that does exist! We are surrounded by wooded areas, open fields, hiking and biking trails, and rustic buildings!
We are currently looking for 3 different time slots for camp counselors to join our 2023 summer team. Morning Shift: 7:00 am-*12:45 pm (5.75 hours), an Afternoon Shift: 12:15 pm-*6:00 pm (5.75 hours) or Full Day Shift : 8:30am-4:30pm (8hrs)
The dates of the camp are June 5th to July 28th. We are open 7:30 am-6 pm, M-F.
Mandatory pre-camp staff training will be from May 31st- June 2nd. After-camp cleanup day is July 31st. We will not run camp 4th of July week.
Duties
- Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers within activities and throughout the camp to meet the intended camper outcomes.
- Assure youth are properly supervised AT ALL times.
- Counselors will develop, lead, and actively participate in various activities/games within the mission and outcomes of Camp Fire Heartland. - Activities should help campers increase their life skills, encourage them to take risks, be appropriate for all ages and abilities, and most importantly, FUN.
- Create and maintain a camp culture that is inclusive, kind, and supportive.
- Understand and apply basic youth development principles while working with assigned camper groups.
- Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff. Ensure that campers and camp staff know and follow safety precautions put in place.
- Counselors should be an overall positive role model to campers and staff in their attitude and behavior during and outside of camp.
- Maintain clear and positive written and verbal communication with all camp staff and campers.
- Assist in the overall implementation of camp programs.
- Adhere to all Camp Fire Heartland and Camp Lake of the Woods policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Minimum of 18 years of age.
- A genuine interest in working with and teaching children in an outdoor environment.
- Knowledge of basic practices of youth development.
- Ability to provide supervision and guidance to youth.
- Ability to handle the pressures that are associated when working with children with patience and self-control.
- Flexible, adaptable, and enthusiastic (every day at camp is different)!
- Endurance includes standing, walking, hiking, bending, stooping, stretching, being on your feet, and playing with kids.
- Ability to work in the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions.
- Self-motivated, and able to work independently or with a team.
Nice To Haves
- Prior camp experience
- Prior experience working with youth
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications (CPR and First Aid training offered during pre-camp staff training)
Benefits
Choose either 8-hour days or half days
Free daily lunch
Learn core skills for your future jobs
Change children's lives daily
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