Camp Counselor

Opportunity Enterprises Inc•Valparaiso, IN

50d

About The Position

Camp Counselor is a 11-week seasonal position that works with youth of all ages and abilities to provide a meaningful experience daily through activities and recreation. Counselors rotate weekly between the role of group counselor and inclusion counselor.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting.
Ability to work inside and outside in normal weather conditions.
Hike on various terrain
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
The capacity to work as a team member
Outgoing with a sincere and energetic desire to have a quality and consistent experience with youth
Ability to teach and lead a variety of recreational activities
Ability to inspire and motivate others
Capacity to be flexible and improvise when needed
Capable of active listening skills
Ability to accept supervision and guidance, yet also act independently.
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Problem solve by analyzing situations accurately and taking effective action
Be sensitive to gender, age, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
Respond to emergency camper situations with appropriate First Aid and CPR and CPI
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma & 1 year of college or the equivalent preferred
Must be 18 years old

Nice To Haves

Experience with children and developmentally disabled population preferred

Responsibilities

Act as a role model in your attitude and behavior setting a good example to campers and others in regards to general camp rules, policies, procedures and practices such as sanitation, schedule, inclusion and sportsmanship
Lead and assist in regularly creating, coordinating, conducting, and evaluating safe, fun, and inclusive camp activities for all areas of camp appropriate for your age group
Act as primary caregiver for each of your campers assuring that campers are properly supervised at all times including small group environment, and large, all-camp events. Be alert to the campers needs and aware of their safety at all times
Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, and enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures as needed using appropriate behavior-management techniques
Take primary responsibility for the health and well-being of campers. Be aware of allergies, medications, diagnoses, special needs and behaviors for all campers
Assist campers with 1:1 needs and personal care as needed (feeding, toileting, behavior management, activity participation, etc.)
Provide inclusion support modifying all camp activities as needed to meet the needs of each camper for full and equal participation and success
Arrive before programs to setup and speak with participants and/or parents and guests.
Stay the necessary time needed after programs to clean up
Encourage a fun and imaginative learning environment creating scenarios and scripts to enhance the experience of camp activities and events
Follow the weekly schedule and ensure your campers are where they need to be when they need to be there
Keep supervisor up-to-date on scheduling and evaluation feedback including concerns, updates, and challenges
Attend the entire 3 week camp staff training, prior to the start of camp
Create and keep civil relationships with fellow staff members
Fulfill other administrative and essential roles and duties as necessary or as assigned

Benefits

Accrued Time Off
Partial Holiday Pay
Partial Paid Birthday off!
Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
Employee referral program
Pay On Demand Option (Paylocity Wallet)
FSA accounts
Paid Mileage
Employee recognition events
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Extensive training
Flexible Hours
CPR/First Aid training
401K w/ 5% company matching
8 paid holidays
Paid day off on Birthday!
PTO
Pay On Demand Option (Paylocity Wallet)
HSA Accounts
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Casual Fridays
Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)