Summer Day Camp Counselor

$33,280 - $37,440/Yr

Ke Camps - Teton Pines - Hudson, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hudson, MA

Social Assistance

About the position

As a Summer Day Camp Counselor at KE Camps, you will play a vital role in creating a fun and safe environment for elementary-aged children during summer camp. This position involves active participation in camp activities, supporting the Camp Director, and ensuring the well-being of campers. You will help children build friendships, try new experiences, and develop important life skills while fostering a positive camp atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Work with a group of campers to provide a fun, safe, and exciting camp experience.
• Cooperate with fellow Counselors and the Camp Director.
• Greet families and campers upon arrival.
• Support the Camp Director in establishing rules and emergency procedures with campers.
• Participate in all camp activities.
• Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water.
• Help out where needed and lead activities when asked by the Camp Director.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• CPR Certification or willingness to become certified before the summer begins.
• First Aid Certification or willingness to become certified before the summer begins.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to help children grow in character, experiences, and insights.
• Ability to guard the health and well-being of campers at all times.
• Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of activities.

Nice-to-haves

• Lifeguard Training
• Leadership skills
• Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations.

Benefits

• Build critical skills sought after by employers, including creativity, problem solving, flexibility, collaboration, organization, planning, and communication.
• Networking opportunities with other staff and camp alumni.
• Hands-on leadership experience supervising a group of campers and leading programs.