Camp Counselor - OLG Camp Bon Coeur - Seasonal

Ochsner Health • Lafayette, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! Provides instruction and/or oversight to camp participants for assigned activity. Teaches the associated knowledge and skills and assists campers in achieving activity goals. Assists in the overall executive of camp programs. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Requirements

• Education Required – At least 16 years of age and enrolled in High School OR High School diploma or equivalent. One year of college coursework or prior camp experience.
• If providing activity instruction in one of the following areas, the following certifications are required: Archery: Level One USA Archery Training required Canoeing: American Canoe Association Certification required or 5 experience is accepted in lieu of certification Aquatics Director: Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required Lifeguards: Red Cross Lifeguard Certification required and skills test
• Ability to reside at camp location for the duration of encampment including staff training
• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
• Ability to observe staff and camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid.
• Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess the ability to maintain constant supervision of campers.

Nice To Haves

• Work Experience Preferred – Camp counselor or camp instructor experience
• CPR Certification through Red Cross or American Heart Association
• OSHA Certification
• Community Water Safety Certification

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers camp programs that are appropriate for the age and ability of campers including writing lesson plans and evaluate camper abilities and success of programs.
• Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures.
• Maintain and care for the physical facilities and equipment in assigned program area.
• Participates enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading assigned areas.
• Participates as a member of the camp staff to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events and all other camp activities and camp functions.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED