Multi-Sport Counselor - FH
About The Position
At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create what we call Headfirst Moments: when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, “I can do it.” Headfirst Summer Camp Multi-Sport Counselors will lead campers in pre-written curriculum as they play various court-based and field-based sports, as well as trying new games and competing in friendly inter-camp tournaments. We provide the training, curriculum & daily camp schedules along with all equipment for a successful camp day but need you to bring camp to life with your enthusiasm, dedication and un-matched energy. Camper ages: 5-12 years old Activities include: field & court sports including basketball, soccer, floor hockey, flag football; PE-style games consisting of hungry hippos and capture the flag; mental agility and mindset; tournament competitions; team spirit activities
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be able to: Work around small children including, sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
- Must be able to: Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to: Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
- Committed to adhering to the Cell-Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift
Responsibilities
- Coach a team of 8 to 10 campers, often linking up with a co-counselor and their team
- Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management
- Implement a planned schedule + Lead team meetings, sports, physical individual and team challenge activities, bathroom & sunscreen breaks, transitions, lunch & snack
- Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family to camp by name with fantastic dance moves and coordinated carpool procedures
- Work directly with campers to support them in their emotional, physical, and social development through hands-on, team-based experiences and developmentally appropriate activities
- Represent the Headfirst brand daily to families at carpool and to school facility partners throughout the summer by being enthusiastic, hands-on, helpful, and in uniform
- Actively participate in our efforts to take care of our camp facility and community
- Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, be a loyal and consistent team member who shows up for the campers and your team
- Be flexible with your assignment and open to supporting other programs on site
- Practice resiliency and arrive with a “How Can I Help?” mentality that puts camper experience and team success at the forefront through problem solving and trying new things
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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