Lead Staddle Camp Counselor


Summary:

The Lead Counselor is responsible for providing supervision, instruction, and ongoing assistance to camp counselors and campers.




Responsibilities


-Provide supervision, instruction, and ongoing assistance to counselors and campers.
-Assign/oversee staff tasks; supervise and implement assigned programs to campers.
-Responsible for assessing and making recommendations to the Activities Director on program equipment and supply needs.
-Communicate any arising issues within the program to the Activities Director in a timely manner.
-Create a positive and professional environment while promoting program policies and procedures amongst staff.
-Plans, leads, and implements camp programs for children
-Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being.
-Maintains a schedule for camp participants
-Ensuring cleanliness of the kitchen and camp site.
-Facilitates and creates lesson plans for daily activities.
-Organizes and leads various small and large group activities.
-Knows and understands all emergency procedures associates with the camp program.
-Will prepare all meals and keep track of dietary restrictions/allergies for all campers.
-Knows, enforces, and follows all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, including always knowing the whereabouts of campers and counselors.


Other Information

Qualifications
Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record
Enjoys being in the company of children
Leadership
Communication Skills
Patience
Problem-solving skills
Organization skills
Must be able to carry heavy loads and travel on uneven terrain
Ability to perform a variety of tasks outside in various climates

Requirements
-Education or experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children or in a related field.
-First AID certification is a plus

Location Code: 9090

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