Trekkers Counselor

Town of Concord, MA•Concord, MA

8d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Counselors must love and embrace not only the camp environment but also the camp philosophy that campers come first, we work as a team, and summer is a time to play, learn, and grow. The primary responsibility of a Trekker Counselor is to manage a group of 15-20 middle school aged campers each day as they participate in various camp activities and events. Trekker Counselors are responsible for campers’ physical and emotional safety and must ensure that campers feel supported and welcomed at all times. Each week, campers attend approximately 3-4 field trips around the area (typically within a 1-hour radius of Concord, MA) and will participate in camp activities on campus on Mondays and Fridays, including participation in a leadership and teamwork curriculum. Trekker Counselors must demonstrate a high level of trustworthiness and responsibility.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must be available to work entire camp season, including staff training.
Must be comfortable with walking long distances, long bus rides, and being outside for the majority of the day.
Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
An easy-going, fun-loving personality.
A desire and ability to work well in teams.
An eagerness to receive feedback and willingness to develop leadership skills.
A tremendous work ethic.
Ability to work autonomously as well as take action as needed.
Confidence and positive presence in both group and one-on-one settings.
A personality and character that exudes leadership, flexibility, trustworthiness, creativity, energy, inspiration and positivity.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree (or pursuit of a degree) in the fields of Education, Recreation, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Physical Education, or similar fields, preferred.
Prior experience working at a summer camp, preferred.
Previous work with middle school or high school students, especially 7th and 8th graders.
CPR and first aid certified (certification available during staff training).

Responsibilities

Manage a group of 15-20 middle school aged campers each day as they participate in various camp activities and events
Responsible for campers’ physical and emotional safety and must ensure that campers feel supported and welcomed at all times
Attend approximately 3-4 field trips around the area (typically within a 1-hour radius of Concord, MA) each week
Participate in camp activities on campus on Mondays and Fridays, including participation in a leadership and teamwork curriculum
Demonstrate a high level of trustworthiness and responsibility
Provide mentorship to the campers through the consistent display of a positive attitude, high energy, enthusiasm, effective problem-solving skills, and professionalism.
Communicate effectively and frequently with the Lead Counselor, giving ample updates and reports on urgent camper concerns: camp behavior, safety, staff concerns, program elements etc.
Uphold the high standard of excellence set for camp staff and practice appropriate and professional boundaries.
Implement and rigorously adhere to the Behavioral Management Plan for campers and carry out relevant protocols to ensure a safe camp environment for all.
Practice excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Build relationships with campers and staff to foster friendly, supportive and nurturing group dynamics.
Maintain a practice of stewardship for recreation property including proper accounting and storage of all camp equipment.
Enforce rules, regulations, and policies to assure safety of all children and staff.
Other tasks as requested by Camp Director or Recreation staff.