Youth Programs Assistant Summer Camp Counselor

ACAC Charlottesville•Crozet, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Want to love your job, have fun, and enjoy your summer — while getting paid to play? Looking for a role where you can create lifelong memories and make a real impact on kids’ lives? This is it! We’re looking for energetic, positive, and dependable Assistant Summer Camp Counselors to help lead unforgettable summer experiences for elementary and middle school campers. From outdoor games and creative projects to teamwork challenges and daily adventures, you’ll be right in the action — laughing, learning, and leading all summer long. In school? No problem! Mandatory team training will be held on May 9th. Camp runs June 1st through August 11th. FLSA Classification: Nonexempt Reports to: Youth Programs Director Summary/objective Lead, mentor, and supervise elementary to middle school campers. Must be able to commit to the summer camp season (June - August).

Requirements

Must be able to stand, move, walk, and bend for the duration of a shift
Must be able to physically respond in a quick manner in the event of an emergency
Must be able to fully participate in all indoor and outdoor activities
Must be able to work professionally and calmly in an environment which may have heightened noise and stress
Must be able to work in warm, humid, rainy or windy outdoor conditions
Must have ability and willingness to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
High School Diploma recommended
Must be able to commit to work the summer camp season (June 1st - August 11th)
Prior experience with youth programming and/or summer camp programs highly desired
Prior working experience and knowledge of state licensing standards highly desired
Must be at least 16 years old

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with youth programming and/or summer camp programs highly desired
Prior working experience and knowledge of state licensing standards highly desired

Responsibilities

Assists Summer Camp Counselor with group of assigned children
Supervise and interact with children in a style to promote educationally and developmentally-stimulating programs and activities
Communicate with children using a style that builds relationships and promotes teamwork
Promote the safety and security of all children at all times
Ensure group rotations happen smoothly and effectively
Maintain visual presence during work shifts and be responsible for assigned areas
Communicate program policies and expectations to students and/or parents to ensure a high level of safety and service at all times
Maintain supervision appropriate to student-to-counselor ratios and always be within sight and sound of campers
Assist with group/classroom management
Assist with creating and planning daily activities and actively participate in all planned activities
Ensure assigned classroom or area is properly cleared and cleaned up at the end of the program per state licensing standards
Deliver outstanding service to our members, guests and fellow team members with friendliness, direct eye contact, and a pleasant demeanor
Follow state licensing standards (as required)
Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook
Park in team member-designated areas
Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep the club neat and clean
Assist with Service Days
Assist with acac programs, special events, or activities outside your department
Promptly return messages
Exhibit a positive attitude at all times
Deliver five-star service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, and a pleasant demeanor at all times