Summer Camp Counselor Lead (Full-time, Seasonal)

Looking for a rewarding summer job? Have leadership experience, specifically in working with school-age kids? Come work as an Summer Camp Counselor Lead for Animal Humane Society, where caring for animals isn’t just a job – it’s our passion! 🐾 We're looking for a team of fun and engaging individuals to help facilitate our Summer Camp programming from June-August. Keep reading to learn more:

Perks of being a Summer Camp Counselor Lead:

• No evenings or weekends (Monday-Friday schedule)
• FUN animal environment with daily interaction with cats, dogs and critters 🐾
• Engaging and high energy team of staff and counselors!

More about the job:

Job Summary: The Summer Camp Counselor Lead is responsible for providing leadership support to Summer Camp Counselors and aiding in the delivery of activities, supervision, and organization of summer day camp for youth in grades 3-8.

Pay Rate: $19/hour

Schedule: Full-time; seasonal

• Must be fully available from June 1-August 21

• Set schedule of Monday-Friday from 8am-4:30pm (40 hours/week)

Locations: Golden Valley, MN OR Woodbury, MN

Application Process: A short video questionnaire, a 30-minute virtual interview with a Recruiter and short virtual meet & greet with hiring manager. Must be able to pass a background check.

What you'll be doing:

Summer Camp Operations:

• Enthusiastically greet campers and guardians as they arrive and depart from camp and record attendance.
• Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers at all times.
• Participate in the teaching and progression of lessons and activities, including adapting to differing camper ages, abilities and group dynamics.
• Engage with campers during activities and games.
• Assist with the setup and cleanup of camp activities and events.
• Address and resolve any camper issues or conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
• Escalate camper issues or conflicts as appropriate.
• Provide guardians appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience
• Provide support in summer camp programming, including post camp wrap-up.

Leadership Support:

• Serve as a subject matter expert, answering questions for the team as needed.
• Assist in the onboarding and training of new employees.
• Assist with coordinating daily workflow duties and changes.
• Ensure protocols are being followed and escalate concerns as appropriate.

Communication and Culture:

• Communicate in a positive and professional manner with customers, other employees, and volunteers.
• Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion to make AHS a welcoming environment for all.

Technology:

• Clock in and out of shifts using ADP.
• Monitor AHS email and other messaging software.

Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

Schedule and Attendance:

• Regular, predictable attendance, punctuality, and availability to work during operational hours.
• Attend and participate in regular team meetings and one-on-one meetings with direct leader and/or on-site Humane Educators.
• May be required to work at a different site based on department needs.
• May be required to attend occasional off-site meetings and events.

Work Environment:

• Environment can be dirty, wet, warm, and humid.
• Exposure to zoonotic diseases and pests such as fleas and ticks.
• Possibility of being bitten or scratched.
• Exposure to unpleasant odors, chemicals, and noises, including barking.
• May be exposed to extreme weather conditions including but not limited to cold, heat, rain, and snow when outside.

Requirements

Experience:

• Experience working with youth in grades 3-8 preferred.
• Experience leading youth programs or other leadership experience preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong administrative and process management skills.
• Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with computers, specifically a working knowledge of Microsoft products.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20