Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Completed two years of language study or have equivalent fluency.
• Broad knowledge of Korean culture and activities.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Maturity and good judgment.
• Enjoy interacting with and managing children.
• Adaptability in changing situations.
• Ability to work in a busy, noisy, communal environment and maintain emotional resiliency and cognitive capacity to carry out job responsibilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships and boundaries, exercise good judgment, and manage personal needs in support of a youth-centered program.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals and groups while respecting social and cultural diversity.
• At least 18 years of age if not a United States citizen.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with children.
• Previous attendance or work experience at Concordia Language Villages or another summer camp.

Responsibilities

• Speak Korean with villagers and other staff members as much as possible.
• Teach language through activities such as art, sports, traditional culture, and interactive lessons.
• Participate in all aspects of Village life, including meals, song times, evening programs, cultural presentations, and staff meetings.
• Lead games, Cabin Council, and other activities to create a cabin community.
• Live in a cabin with villagers as part of a counseling team and provide supervision.
• Assist with light cleaning of cabins, bathrooms, activity areas, and other Village spaces alongside villagers and the counseling team.
• Model desired behavior for villagers, including use of the target language.
• Read and follow the applicable Personnel Policies and responsibilities for the assigned area.
• Attend orientation before the first session and assist with Village setup, preparation for upcoming sessions, and site maintenance during sessions.
• Live in community housing arrangements assigned according to gender and use shared bathroom facilities assigned according to gender.
• Remain one day after the final session for cleanup, inventory, and program evaluation.

Benefits

• Housing provided during residential employment.
• Meals provided during residential employment.
• Paid training and orientation.
• Applicable tuition discounts for children attending Concordia Language Villages.
• Opportunities for professional development, intercultural learning, and language immersion.
• J-1 Exchange Visitor visa sponsorship for eligible international applicants.