Camp Counselor/Female - Camp Keystone, Starke, Florida. Plans, implements, coordinates, and supervises an assigned group of children and youth; promotes quality of programs and safety of campers at all times.
Requirements
- Supervises and organizes an assigned group of campers during scheduled activities and unscheduled blocks of time in cooperation with camp rules and regulations.
- Promotes and stimulates participation of campers to ensure a pleasant camp experience.
- Supervises cabin clean up and work details.
- Coordinates and leads youth through their daily schedule ensuring punctuality and responsibility.
- Lives with a group of campers and help each camper adjust and get to know other campers and camp life.
- Interprets and maintains camper compliance with camp rules and of the camp safety and health regulations.
- Assists with program activities and other activities as assigned working closely with the program staff.
- Be prepared with rainy day activities as needed.
- Inspects fire extinguisher and report to Head Counselor if any extinguisher has been dispensed.
- Makes sure all cleaning solution are locked up except during use and used only with your supervision.
- Assures that all beds in cabin have at least 30 inches between sides of beds; there should be adequate space to provide freedom of movement and allow for exit in emergency.
- Stays in cabin with your kids at night.
- Moves with campers to ALL classes and activities and remain with them unless otherwise noted.
- Both counselors must accompany campers back to cabin and prepare for bedtime.
- No camper or campers should be left alone in the cabin without proper staff supervision.
- One counselor must be in the room with the campers for 30-45 minutes after lights are out to ensure campers have settled for the night.
- Keeps door to your room open at night so that you can maintain order.
- Maintains an incident report book on all your campers for each camp session.
- Notify Head Counselor immediately of any serious situation.
- You may be asked to teach a class according to your experiences or expertise or to assist with one.
- At the end of each camp session, wipe down all mattresses, sinks, showers, toilets and mop floors with bleach water to control germs.
- Provides constant care for the needs of the campers in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
- Perform as necessary ministry functions such as presenting approved devotional material to campers, praying with a camper, or leading in Christian songs, etc.
- Exhibits control of the campers and, when needed, display proper discipline techniques.
- Determines appropriate supplies and materials for activities; ensures the campers’ safety in utilizing the same.
- Maintains the camp materials in an orderly fashion; maintains accountability for any laundry, money and supplies necessary for camp programs.
- Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.).
- Assists in leading campers during waterfront, nature, outdoor, arts & crafts or other activities.
- Ensures the accountability, security and safety of children participating in camp activities (including free time and evenings); reports all accidents to the supervisor in an accurate and timely manner.
- Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
- Sits with camper tables during meals and serve as a table monitor when needed.
- Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean and ready for inspection.
- Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director.
- May assist in cleaning the cabins, kitchen, tables, floors, etc. in accordance with established sanitary standards.
- May assist in preparing and serving snacks and meals; ensures that campers receive nutritional and tasteful food; provides positive, relaxed atmosphere during mealtime and encourages conversation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Life insurance
- Accident insurance
- Medical insurance
