Camp Extended Stay

Hubbard Family Swim School•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Camp Counselor handles daily camp activities for an assigned group of campers under the general supervision of the Camp Director. The counselor is immediately responsible for campers’ safety and participation and works collaboratively with other counselors, the Camp Director, coaches, parents, and campers. The role calls for leadership, effective communication, initiative, personal responsibility, ethical conduct, community stewardship, and responsive service. The counselor helps provide a safe, active environment that supports campers’ physical, social, and emotional growth. They follow Camp Hubbard’s mission, core values, programs, policies, safety guidelines, and emergency procedures, and serve as a positive role model. Duties include building supportive relationships with campers, communicating with parents and the Camp Director, leading activities, maintaining attendance and health records, monitoring campers in the pool and during bus rides, and keeping equipment and facilities organized and safe. The position also requires attending scheduled meetings and training and performing related duties as needed.

Requirements

At least two years of high school.
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings.
Emotional maturity.
Enjoyment of sports and the outdoors.
Genuine interest in youth character development.
Personal acceptance of Camp Hubbard’s four core values: Everyone is Family, Do Small Things With Great Love, Whatever It Takes, and Embrace Learning.
CPR/AED/First Aid certification is required.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally verbally and in writing.
Ability to assess customers’ and children’s needs and communication styles and respond appropriately.
Ability to investigate issues, analyze information, draw conclusions, and resolve basic problems with minimal management guidance.
Ability to take responsibility, accept feedback, prioritize tasks, organize resources, and work independently.
Attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks, including camp operations, safety, lesson plans, time management, and creative play.
High integrity and ability to act morally, ethically, and honestly.
Ability to work cooperatively and demonstrate leadership in support of campers, coworkers, and supervisors.
Ability to talk, hear, stand, walk, stoop, crouch, and swim frequently.
Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, including in and around a pool, for up to seven hours per day.
Ability to frequently lift, hold, or move equipment or a small child weighing up to 50 pounds.
Physical ability to operate bus emergency exits.
Close, distance, and peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience working with youth or education classes; experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow and uphold Camp Hubbard’s mission, core values, programs, systems, policies, rules, lesson techniques, safety guidelines, and emergency procedures.
Remain responsible for campers’ health, safety, and whereabouts at all times.
Present a professional appearance and demeanor and serve as a positive role model for campers and staff.
Facilitate communication between counselors and parents during camper check-in and departure, and document check-in and check-out times.
Build positive, supportive relationships with campers and provide motivation and guidance so each camper has a successful camp experience.
Communicate daily with the Camp Director about camper, parent, staff, equipment, and facility issues.
Communicate patiently and professionally with parents about campers’ experiences and concerns, document inquiries and responses when applicable, and escalate issues to the Camp Director as needed.
Encourage good manners and courtesy, and help campers with daily self-maintenance tasks such as eating lunch, preparing for swimming, and taking personal belongings home.
Be aware of campers’ medical needs and observe campers daily for signs of illness or injury, including cuts, bruises, or rashes.
Conduct opening and closing circle time and build relationships with campers.
Keep supplies and equipment in good condition, organize and put away class equipment, report damaged equipment, and keep facilities clean, organized, and safe.
Organize and lead small- and large-group activities, including crafts, songs, games, swimming, archery, and soccer.
Help campers experience success, foster a positive group environment, and observe and mediate relationships and behaviors.
Learn and use the daily curriculum in the counselor binder and follow the daily schedule; participate enthusiastically in weekly themes and engagement ideas.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, health issues, problems, and injuries.
Actively monitor the pool deck and water and take responsibility for camper safety in the pool area.
Supervise campers throughout bus rides, provide songs, games, and stories, and enforce safety precautions during trips.
Work as a team member and complete tasks with little direct supervision.
Identify, respond to, and resolve camper behavior issues and disputes promptly and effectively.
Attend staff meetings and training as scheduled, continue learning, and perform miscellaneous job-related duties.