Marvin's Camp Counselor

Jewish Community Center Of Staten Island • New York, NY

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Marvin’s is a division of campers ages 6 – 21 with Special Needs. The main object of a camp counselor is to ensure the safety, well-being and over all camp experience of your campers is held to the highest standard. As a counselor, you would be working in a group of campers (number varies) alongside 1 to 2 additional counselors.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate, organize, facilitate and carry out daily routines
• Fun, energetic and eager to participate
• Updated medical form
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Nice To Haves

• 16 years of age or older
• Experience working with children/at a camp
• Experience with the Special Needs population (not required but preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
• Ability to commute/relocate to Staten Island, NY 10314

Responsibilities

• Supervise the group
• Organize and facilitate activities
• Encourage camper involvement
• Identify and respond to camper behavioral issues and needs
• Safeguard campers well-being
• Attend training and orientation prior to the start of camp
• Keep open communication between staff and Director
• Communicate with co-counselor to manage the group

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed