Overnight Camp Counselor

The Associated and its Agencies • Reisterstown, MD

31d • Onsite

About The Position

Overnight Camp Counselors spend the day outdoors leading interactive activities with up to 14 campers. Evenings are special and inspiring, with night hikes and community building around the bonfire. On Fridays, a Shabbat festival concludes with a beautiful Shabbat service and a special meal. Saturday is spent engaging in restful Shabbat friendly activities.

Requirements

• Experience working with camp, outdoor, or youth in an overnight setting.
• Must possess a solid work ethic with strong organizational and time-management skills, excellent attention to detail, professional verbal, and written communication skills, as well as provide excellent customer service.
• Must maintain a professional demeanor.
• Must be able to adapt to changing situations.

Responsibilities

• Engaging campers in activities that introduce them to the natural world.
• Creating a safe space–physically and emotionally–for campers through proper supervision.
• Planning and leading outdoor camp activities alone or with co-counselors and specialists.
• Supervising and participating in games, pool and creek activities, art workshops, cooking, and song sessions.
• Helping with an immersive and meaningful Shabbat experience.
• Setting up, breaking down, cleaning, and putting away all materials used.
• Staying overnight in the bunkhouse (or Wilderness Village) with campers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees