Georgia 4-H Camp Counselor

About the role

This job is a Camp Counselor in the Georgia 4-H Summer camping program, located at one of five 4-H Facilities across the state. Counselors are expected to create a safe and fun environment for campers to participate in experiential learning and recreational opportunities, primarily in an outdoor, natural setting. Counselors also plan and produce entertainment opportunities for campers and work to coordinate these activities with UGA Cooperative Extension Staff and other Center staff.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead classes and activities, sports and recreation opportunities, lifeguard for waterfront activities. Percentage of time 55
• Provide leadership and participate in large group recreation events. Percentage of time 15
• Produce and provide entertainment for large groups. Percentage of time 10
• Participate in meetings and trainings.
• Kitchen patrol, clean-up of grounds and facilities or other light maintenance duties. Percentage of time 15
• Aid with sales in the canteen. Percentage of time 5

Requirements

• American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, CPR certification and AED certification or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position

Skills

• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Physical Demands

• Physical Demands This is a highly rigorous position with physical activities including but not limited to daily walking of three to four miles. This position is mostly outdoors in the extreme heat of June and July for extended periods of time.

Position of Trust

• Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Financial Resources

• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Security Access

• Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)? No

Background Investigation Policy

• You may be subject to a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.