Off-Campus Work Study: Camp Navigate After School Mentor
About The Position
A Camp Navigate After School Mentor (Counselor) is responsible for leading, implementing, and assisting with the planning of all programs and experiences for children in small and large group settings. They will be responsible for the general safety and development, growth, and skill achievement of the participants in his/her group. Mentors will provide high quality educational and recreational experiences for participants that focus on Camp Navigate's four focus areas of Employability Skills, Servant Leadership, Healthy Habits, and Community Collaboration, as well as maintaining the Indiana Academic Standards.
Requirements
- Indiana State University student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
- High School diploma or GED
- Able to adapt to change
- Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner
- Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Able to work carefully and politely around others
- Able to work well with others
- Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills
- Work effectively with a diverse community
Responsibilities
- Help write and implement a weekly schedule for your assigned group
- Help develop and implement small and large group activities focused on Employability Skills
- Organize and lead a variety of small and large group activities each week. Activities may include academics and literacy, technical skills, crafts, games, swimming, camper/student and Family events… etc. This includes time spent on the bus to and from field trips
- Identify and respond to camper behavior issues
- Ensure that the site is kept clean, organized, and free of litter
- Communicate with Camp Navigate management about participants' experiences and report any concerns
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance
- Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp/after school program
- Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers' safety and their whereabouts at all times
- Help guide Junior Counselors and Camp Volunteers to have a deeper understanding of leadership and counseling skills
- May be asked to perform end of the day janitorial duties
- Assist in meal and snack service
- See camp specific addendum for program details
- Be knowledgeable of Camp Navigate's mission statement and current/future workforce development needs
- Lead by example with integrity, honesty, responsibility, and compassion
- Adhere to Camp Navigate's dress policy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
High school or GED
