Summer Day Camp Counselor

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory • City of Canandaigua, NY

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About The Position

Seeking Seasonal Summer Day Camp Counselors to join our Canandaigua Corps
Our Seasonal opportunities offer Sick time
SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Oversee and supervise a group of children in the Summer Day Camp Recreation Program while maintaining health and safety standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Desire and ability to work with children
• Ability to assist or lead with the teaching of activities
• Energetic, sense of humor, patient and self-control
• Safety oriented at all times

Nice To Haves

• Creative and artistic a major plus

Responsibilities

• Lead structured and unstructured activities for children participating in the Summer Day Camp Program
• Supervise a group of 8–12 children during the day to coordinate recreation activities that encourage teamwork and character building opportunities
• Maintain health and safety of children according to camp manual at all times
• Report any problems and concerns to the Program Director as needed
• Report and discipline concerns to the Program Director as needed
• Attend all staff meetings and training sessions as scheduled
• Encourage each child to participate in constructive recreation and leisure activities
• Assist children to develop an awareness of the Canandaigua community and leisure options in the community
• Other duties as assigned by the Program Director

Benefits

• Sick time

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees