Day Camp Junior Counselor

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist all field trips (unless medically unable, will be required to participate with the campers).
• Provide support to counselors responsible for a small group of youth ages 5-14 on site and on field trips.
• Be aware of and follow all safety precautions and procedures. This includes never being solely responsible for your group.
• Work with program staff to plan and execute daily activities as needed.
• Responsible for the welfare of campers.
• Work with the appropriate staff in solving problems between campers.
• Inform Day Camp Director of any staff or camper problems.
• Work with the day camp director and program staff in scheduling activities for the campers.
• Encourage camper participation in activities, including musical practices, Bible class, rec class, arts & crafts, and any other activities in a constructive manner.
• Administer emergency first aid as needed and record such treatment, with proper documentation, to supervising staff.
• Always remain with your assigned group of children, unless another staff member has relieved you for any necessary reason.
• Attend all staff and training meetings unless directed otherwise by the Day Camp Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Education/Experience: Previous experience working with children a plus, Previous experience supervising camper desired.
• Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Knowledge of arts & crafts a plus, Music knowledge a plus, Basic computer skills required.
• Certificates And Licenses: Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed, Current First Aid / CPR certification, or ability to be certified within 30 days.