Youth Activities Camp Counselor

The Youth Activities Camp Counselors are responsible for planning, leading, and implementing core and non-core programs and experiences for children in a small group setting. As a YAC, you will be asked to assist in activity set- up and clean- up duties at the conclusion of each activity. Counselors are also responsible for the general safety and development, growth, and skill achievement of the participants in his/her group.  The counselor will provide high quality indoor/outdoor educational and recreational experiences for participants. 

 The essential functions include:

• Organize and lead a variety of small and large group activities.  Activities may include crafts, nature, songs, games, swimming, tennis, golf, Family Night, etc. 

• Work as a team with other counselors, sharing information and duties

• Be energetic and have a positive attitude 

• Be willing to participate in activities such as games, skits, etc. with participants 

• Identify and respond to camper behavior issues.

• Ensure that the camp space is kept clean, organized, and free of litter.

• Communicate with parents about participant’s experiences and report concerns to Camp Leadership.

• Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance.

• Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program.

• Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas.  This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times. 

• 1-2 years of experience with childcare, teaching or camp counseling preferred.
• Experience working with youth in a mentoring situation.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Proven track record of superior organization and multi-tasking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to participate in potentially strenuous physical activity.
• Demonstrated skills in conflict mediation
• Ability to work with members, children, and staff effectively
• Supervisory/Organizational skills
• Time Management
• Always support the rules of the program (the number one priority is to ensure the safety of our participants).
• Have flexibility/adaptability (plans constantly change based on participants demands) 
• Understand that you are a role-model to the participants attending the programs/activities and therefore must follow all participants rules.