Camp- Returning Camp Staff

Pali Mountain•Running Springs, CA

6d•$450 - $1,200•Onsite

About The Position

We’re excited to welcome back staff who already know Pali Adventures and are ready for another season on the mountain! Returning staff may return to their previous position or be considered for a new role based on their experience, qualifications, performance, availability, and the needs of the upcoming season. Opportunities may include counseling, specialty, leadership, health services, transportation, entertainment, electives, and other seasonal positions. Previous employment at Pali does not guarantee placement in a specific position, specialty, or leadership role. Camp is more than a fun way for kids to spend their summer. Camp is a place where we can make a positive difference in young peoples' lives. All of the activities at camp are tools that provide opportunities for children to build new skills, form friendships and grow socially. If our staff is successful, campers will gain self-esteem and self-confidence through their experiences and adventures at camp. Pali counselors are active, enthusiastic, and ready to jump in. You'll live on-site with your fellow staff and campers and be involved in the full camp experience — from morning activities and meals to afternoon specialties, evening programs, and everything in between. You don't have to be an expert at everything. What matters most is that you're dependable, positive, willing to learn, and excited to be part of camp.

Requirements

Previous employment at Pali does not guarantee placement in a specific position, specialty, or leadership role.
Dependable, positive, willing to learn, and excited to be part of camp.
18+
Previous experience working with children is preferred but not required for every position.
Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced residential camp environment.
Dependability, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
Willingness to participate fully in the camp experience.
Ability to follow safety procedures and Pali policies.
Specialty experience, certifications, or licenses when required for the position.
All staff participate in required on-line pre-season trainings and in-person position-specific training.
Staff live on-site throughout the camp season and should be prepared for an active, hands-on work environment.
The staff member understands that employment at Pali Adventures is an at-will employee.
The staff member agrees to follow all camp rules, regulations and policies stated here, in the staff contract and in the staff manual (by reference).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children is preferred but not required for every position.

Responsibilities

Provide ACTIVE SUPERVISION and support campers throughout the camp day. Early mornings – Late Nights
Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
Participate in and help lead camp activities and programming.
Serve as a positive role model for campers.
Encourage campers to try new things and get involved.
Support campers with homesickness, behavior, and day-to-day needs.
Work closely with fellow counselors, specialty staff, and camp leadership.
Participate in meals, evening programs, staff meetings, and other camp responsibilities.
Follow all Pali safety policies and procedures.
Jump in and help wherever you're needed.
Practice clean communication
Adhere to camp dress policy.
Camp staff must under no circumstance be under the influence of or in possession of any drugs, alcohol or tobacco products.
Ability to accept supervision and guidance.
The staff member, to help ensure a positive and healthy work environment, will not gossip about campers, counselors and supervisors.
Complaints and concerns go to your supervisor in the chain of command.
Disparaging remarks about others are not permitted.
Camp staff will not use objectional language.
Staff member will bring enthusiasm to each activity assigned.
A positive attitude is a must!!!
Leadership will be available for staff to ask for help any time they are in need.
We welcome and insist upon staff asking questions when they do not understand.
With kids safety at hand, staff must always say something whenever they see or hear anything outside the normal.
The staff member in a position of responsibility must always think before they act.
Counselors are expected to take care of and maintain the camp’s equipment.
Keep the facility, and storage sheds clean and neat.
Staff members are expected to bring to camp a watch for use in their employment.
Staff members are required to be on Camp and perform assigned duties at all times except during scheduled off time.
Serve the campers as a positive role model.
Actively supervise campers both in assigned cabins and at assigned daily activity sites and during the evening activity programs.
All campers should feel comfortable, safe and included.
Learn the likes and dislikes of each camper in your care by showing genuine interest.
Recognize and respond to the opportunities for problem solving in the group.
The counselor is responsible for the health, safety and welfare of each camper within their cabin group and with whom they come into contact. E.g. drinking water, daily showers, teeth brushing, active supervision during rest period, application of sunscreen & lip balm, appropriate attire for the activity they will be attending, etc.
Develop opportunities for positive interaction between campers and staff.
Provide opportunities for each individual to experience success during camp.
Carry out established roles in enforcing camp safety regulations.
Know where your campers are at all times.
The staff members must never leave campers unsupervised.
Ability to communicate and train campers in activity safety regulations and emergency procedures.
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels), and provide necessary instruction to campers and/or staff.
Physical strength to spot and attend to campers and/or staff who need assistance.
Abilities to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid.
Cognitive and communication abilities to plan and conduct the activity to achieve camper development objectives.
Every decision you make should be done with the following creed in mind… “Is this in the best interests of the camper and the camp?”
Maintain standards of mandatory reporting. This includes reporting all questionable incidents pertaining to a child or staff member’s action of questionable incidents pertaining to a child or staff member’s actions.