Summer Fort Building Camp Counselor

City Of Roswell • Roswell, GA

31d • $13 - $14 • Onsite

About The Position

Direct supervision of campers ages 8-12 years old. Duties will include planning and supervising the construction of outdoor forts using hammers, nails and wood. The majority of this camp will be outdoors. Must be able to take directions, problem solve, be creative in multiple aspects (i.e. indoor/outdoor games weather permitting). Must be able to work well with children and adults. Position will work underneath a Camp Director and a Program Supervisor. Camp counselor is responsible for the safety of all campers.

Requirements

• Prior childcare experience preferred.
• Experience working in an outdoor environment preferred.
• Experience working with wood, hammer and nails desired.
• Candidates should be in good physical condition as activities with campers are moderately to highly physical.
• Mandatory orientation is required.

Responsibilities

• Be creative and collaborative and work well as a member of a team.
• Take direction from supervisors and camp directors.
• Able to establish a tone of high energy for camp/campers. Be able to be creative in regards to researching new games, ideas, activities.
• Communicate with and between supervisors and participants in regards to campers.
• Show professionalism, energy, responsibility, dependability, and have the ability to multi-task.
• Set up needed materials, equipment, and other items for programs/activities.
• Must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks out of the 7-weeks of Fort Building Camp.
• Must be willing to work days, evenings and weekends for various camp activities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees