Teen Camp Counselor

SHALOM AUSTIN•Austin, TX

2d•$680 - $720•Onsite

About The Position

Teen Camp Counselors will be assigned to a group (bunk) of teenage campers (7th-9th grade). Counselors will manage the daily routine and activities for their group. As a group leader and facilitator, Teen Camp Counselors are responsible for the day-to-day programming of the group, with support from the Youth & Teen Manager and JCamps administration. Teen Camp Counselors are responsible for building relationships with and engaging campers in their care and executing the programmatic goals of camp.

Requirements

Eligible candidates must be at least 18 years old.
Eligible candidates also must have graduated from High School or obtained a GED by the start of camp.
JCamps staff are required to pass all criminal history background checks, including an FBI fingerprint check.
They must also obtain a current CPR and First-Aid certification.
Teen Camp Counselors must have a valid driver’s license.
Teen Camp Counselors are based out of the Youth and Teen Office but will be expected to execute daily responsibilities throughout Shalom Austin’s campus and on offsite trips.
Due to the nature of the position, Teen Camp Counselors must be able to be on their feet for most of the day.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds.
Teen Camp Counselors must have the ability to be outside and handle Austin summer heat.

Nice To Haves

Experience with teenaged children (grades 7-9) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work together with the Youth & Teen Manager and co-counselor to facilitate programs and daily activities for Teen Camp
Counselors must always set a behavior example for campers.
Counselors must participate in all activities with campers
Counselors will be changed out in swimwear and in the swimming pool monitoring campers during all swim portions of the daily schedule
Counselors are responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of their bunk and campers.
Counselors are responsible for ensuring that campers are using their phones only to enhance the camp programs, not as a substitute for activities.
Counselors will manage the bunk clipboard and in partnership with co-counselor complete written incident and accident reports, as necessary.
Drive Shalom Austin’s 15 passenger van to transport children to and from field trips.