Overlook Day Camp Counselor

Manheim TownshipManheim Township, PA
10dOnsite

About The Position

Manheim Township's Overlook Day Camp is a 10-week summer camp running early June-mid August for kids grades 1-6. Working hours will vary based on shift schedules Monday-Friday between the hours of 6:45am-6pm. Select mandatory training schedule will be provided by the program manager.This seasonal position is responsible for supervising campers and ensuring they have a safe and positive experience. Counselors will be in direct contact with children, other counselors, parents, and will report to the Youth Program Manager.

Requirements

  • Ability to engage with campers and parents.
  • Capability to adapt and change activities based on the group's interest.
  • Ability to effectively communicate rules, boundaries, guidelines, and scoring of various games and activities.
  • Capability to engage in arts and crafts activities.
  • Capacity to communicate with children grades 1-6 in a mature and respectful manner; speak clearly to large and small groups.
  • Possesses an outgoing, energetic, and positive attitude.
  • Knowledge of various recreational games and activities.
  • Possesses good leadership, communication, and social skills.
  • Communicate effectively with participants and parents.
  • Give clear and concise instructions.
  • Participation in large group extracurricular activities.
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Must pass required State and Federal Background Checks

Nice To Haves

  • Enrolled in a secondary education program for Education, Park and Rec, or related field.
  • 2-years supervising children.

Responsibilities

  • Work as a team with Camp Directors and other counselors to provide a safe and fun environment for all campers.
  • Act as a leader and positive role model for campers.
  • Lead structured games, activities, and crafts independently and as part of a team.
  • Maintain a clean environment and manage supplies including but not limited to sporting equipment, crafts, and board game pieces.
  • Supervise campers' daily activities, including active supervision and engagement when at the Overlook Pool.
  • Assist with camper sign in and sign out daily.
  • Handle, document and communicate any minor behavioral and medical issues to Directors.
  • Assist with preparations for future weeks by preparing activities and supplies.
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