JOB TITLE : Senior
21 st
Summer Camp Counselor-
Century HOPE CLC
Reports to: Summer Camp Director
Wage Classification : Non Exempt, Hourly
Workweek: 25 Hours
Work Status: Seasonal
POSITION SUMMARY (functions and objectives):
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Guide assigned group of campers in participating successfully in all aspects of Better Basics
Camp HOPE program activities.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE SKILLS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
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Attends all required training and orientation meetings.
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Provides HR department with the necessary employment information.
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Utilizes materials provided by Better Basics to adapt and carry out all daily lesson plans.
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Supervises all assigned aspects of the students’ day including arrival and departure times, snack times, recreation, academic and enrichment activities.
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Submits all required reports including attendance sheets, injury reports, and discipline records on time.
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Awareness of the health and well-being of assigned students.
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Sets a good example for students and others including cleanliness, punctuality, sportsmanship, manners, and sharing in clean-up chores.
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Encourages respect for personal property, program and recreation equipment, and facilities.
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Follows Camp HOPE rules and regulations including those pertaining to smoking, use of alcoholic beverages, and the use of drugs.
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Resolves conflicts among campers, enforces behavior management policy, communicates with parents regarding discipline, and keeps accurate records of same for student files.
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Distributes “Take Home” cards and awards to campers.
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Prepares materials each day before camp opens.
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Reports the need for supplies to Camp Director
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Provides leadership to Junior Counselors.
ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
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Demonstrated leadership ability
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Positive and enthusiastic attitude, sense of humor, patience, and self-control
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Neat appearance
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Desire and ability to work with children
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Ability to accept supervision and guidance
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Good character, integrity, and adaptability
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First Aid/CPR training
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Job Description – Senior Summer Camp Counselor (continued)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Must have adequate transportation to and from Camp HOPE at Fairfield
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Ability to lift 30 pounds of materials and supplies.
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Remain on feet throughout entire workday.
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Work indoors and outdoors in summer heat depending on student activities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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Primarily in Camp HOPE located at an elementary school in Fairfield.
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Possible off-site duty for scheduled field trips.
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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BETTER BASICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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