MAC-CAMP COUNSELOR (SUMMER ONLY)

Sparrow•East Lansing, MI

About The Position

General Purpose of Job: Create a safe, movement oriented, educational, and enjoyable atmosphere for all MAC summer camp participants; including organization and implementation of daily activities.

Requirements

CPR certified within first 6 months of employment
Additional clear background check through Central Registry, if 21 years or older.
6 months previous experience working with youth
High School Diploma or GED
Outgoing personality and excellent interpersonal skills.
Strong team player
Passion for working with youth
Role model for youth, teaching by example.
Excellent organizational skills
Demonstrate ability to self motivate without constant supervision

Nice To Haves

College education in elementary education preferred
Experience creating and implementing activity/lesson plans preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise children during camp including in swimming pool and pool side supervision
Insure safety and well-being of each child
Interact with children
Design and implement daily activity lessons
Attend pre-camp and ongoing trainings
Set up and take down of equipment for activities
Clean up after all activities
Keep camp room, equipment closets and all other areas in an orderly manner
Communicate effectively with parents as needed regarding campers
Communicate with Youth and Family Programs Supervisor daily
Complete group attendance sheets including sign-in and sign-out of every camper
Dress in a professional manner within the dress code policy
Serve as a role model for every camper
Participate in all camp activities and help with planning and coordinating activities with other camp counselors
Responsible for daily lunch count and communication to restaurant
Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of Sparrow Health System’s Customer Service Behavioral Standards of Performance, by respecting the Privacy and Confidentiality of those we serve.
Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, service provider, organizational confidentiality and HIPAA Security procedures and protocols as defined under the HIPAA Privacy and Security Procedures.
Follows established HIPAA privacy procedures when using and/or disclosing protected health information.
Maintains and protects patients’ rights under the HIPAA Privacy Standards.
Adheres to ICARE values (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence)