We are looking for a Camp Counselor to supervise young campers and make sure they learn and have fun.
What do Camp Counselors do?
The most important out of all Camp Counselor duties is to ensure campers are safe at all times. You’ll be responsible for overseeing their activities and ensuring they don’t get lost or hurt. The job duties of a Camp Counselor also include planning summer camp games, educating children and teenagers, and setting up equipment.
Camp Counselor qualifications
Being reliable and able to build good relationships with children are two essential traits of a Camp Counselor. You also need to have knowledge around outdoor activities, like hiking, canoeing, or caving. If you’re patient, energetic but strict when needed, we’d like to meet you.
Responsibilities
Plan outdoor activities or sports for groups of campers
Create weekly or daily schedules taking into account children’s age groups and interests
Lead recreational and educational activities (such as swimming, caving or crafting)
Escort and oversee children
Educate campers through games and explorations
Set up and maintain equipment (like camping sets)
Resolve occasional fights between children and address behavioral issues
Make sure all safety rules are followed
Ensure camping site is clean and that campers don’t litter recreational areas or nature
Perform first aid or take care of injuries as needed
Keep accurate incident logs
Requirements
Proven experience as a Camp Counselor or similar role working with children
Familiarity with camping and various outdoor activities
Patient and reliable
Organizational and communication skills
A love for children
Energetic and positive personality
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (strength and stamina to follow strenuous activities like hiking, running, crouching or carrying children)
First aid- and CPR-certified preferred
High school diploma
You may need to pass a drug or background test according to local laws