Youth Activities Counselor

About the role

The Youth Activities Counselor is responsible for all activities related to youth programming at the Club, including but not limited to assisting with the creation, implementation, and oversight of family-friendly events and youth programs, event setup and cleanup, and supervising younger members in a safe and friendly environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet members and guests in a professional and friendly manner.
• Respond to member questions by providing accurate information and answering telephone calls professionally.
• Aid with setup, decorations, and safety checks prior to events.
• Host and engage children and families in activities, including pool activities, events, camps, and holiday programs.
• Aid parents with signing children in and out and verifying identification.
• Be knowledgeable of and comply with all Club standards, policies, and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Maintain awareness of all children's allergies and special needs.
• Supervise children and use sound judgment while they are in our care, adhering to all rules regarding younger members.
• Aid with handling children's meals.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding unforeseen circumstances and respond appropriately.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and secure locking of the children's playroom.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Must be flexible with scheduling, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of childcare experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of Outlook, internet applications, and office equipment.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and enjoyment of working with children of all age groups.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with members, guests, clients, and employees.
• Ability to project voice and gain the attention and cooperation of young members.
• Ability to perform required roles during emergency situations.
• Commitment to working safely, prudently, and in an organized manner.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and education levels.
• Strong team player with the ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Ability to safely lift up to 30 pounds.
• Continuous walking and standing throughout shifts.
• Frequent lifting, bending, stooping, pulling, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to reach, bend, and stoop regularly.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly.
• Ability to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Ability to maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Ability to effectively listen to, understand, and clarify concerns raised by members, guests, and team members.

About HEATHROW COUNTRY CLUB

At Heathrow Country Club, there is a warm, gracious welcome waiting for you. A lush, green fairway with your name on it. A fine-dining restaurant holding your table ready. Also featuring The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes a Tom Fazio design, added to the fold in 2013, our product is unique to Central Florida, offering 36 Championship golf holes, dining, and a full aquatic, tennis and fitness facility!

Established over 35 years ago, Heathrow is one of Central Florida’s most prestigious private country clubs. Here, you’ll find towering oak-lined roads, endless sunshine, soft, warm breezes and extraordinary personal service. As one of only a few country clubs that boasts golf, tennis, aquatic, and fitness facilities, Heathrow is the ideal place for bettering your lifestyle. Exclusive accommodations are a trademark of Heathrow County Club and The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes. Members quickly discover for themselves a rewarding atmosphere designed for play, relaxation, and renewal. Featuring 36 holes of championship golf, premier tennis, a sparkling 6 lane competitive-style swimming pool, unmatched athletic center, award-winning dining and a Grand Ballroom, there’s everything you could ever want, and then some. Heathrow and Legacy aren't merely a country club, but an extraordinary refuge dedicated to the art of living. It's a lifestyle.