Lump Sum Wk2 Medical Counselor Art of Listening Camp

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point•Stevens Point, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The "Ancient Art of Listening Camp" is seeking energetic and enthusiastic individuals to serve as Camp Counselors. This role involves engaging campers, ensuring a positive experience, answering questions about UWSP, and adhering to camp rules and policies. Counselors will escort campers, assist instructors, maintain a safe environment, and act as role models. They will also help recruit future students and demonstrate a prevention mindset for camper safety. Additional duties may be assigned by the program manager and camp director. This position requires completion of youth policy training, UWSP Conferences and Events training, and medical counselor training, including administering medications via CampDoc. A Criminal Background Check with Position of Trust for Vulnerable Populations and Misconduct Reference Check is mandatory.

Requirements

Fulfill medical counselor training requirements.
Administer according to CampDoc and log any needed medications accurately during camp.
Pass a Criminal Background Check with Position of Trust for Vulnerable Populations and Misconduct Reference Check.
Complete required Volunteers Matter training.
Excellent organization, communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable and team oriented.
Complete any required trainings for youth policy.
Complete UWSP Conferences and Events training prior to the start of camp.

Nice To Haves

Have prior experience working with and supervising youth.
Possess a solid knowledge of UWSP Campus.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Engage all campers energetically and enthusiastically throughout the entire camp.
Ensure all campers have a positive experience and answer questions about attending UWSP.
Complete all required hiring paperwork and trainings.
Follow rules as outlined in the UWSP counselor expectations.
Understand and enforce camp rules and policies.
Maintain head counts of assigned campers.
Inform camp director if a camper is missing.
Escort assigned campers to all areas of activity (classes, tours, meals, social activities).
Assist instructor in classroom as requested by instructor(s).
Help maintain a safe and positive camp experience for all attendees.
Work collaboratively with other counselors and camp staff.
Be a role model – encourage integrity, confidence, and teamwork.
Help recruit and welcome future students, families, and counselors to UWSP.
Demonstrate a prevention mind set in keeping campers safe during camp.
Fulfill medical counselor training requirements.
Administer according to CampDoc and log any needed medications accurately during camp.
Remain calm and assist campers during any potential emergency situations.