Head Counselor - Stone Canyon (Seasonal)

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Job Posting Title:

Head Counselor - Stone Canyon (Seasonal)

    

Job Description:

Provides support to the counselors and campers, along with the program staff team (Day Activity Supervisor, Head Boys Counselor). Responsible for the supervision of 10 counselors and 70 campers in both four one-week residential camp sessions and two one-week day camp sessions. Facilitates recreational activities and leadership programming to groups of 12 campers. Collaborates with Stone Canyon Administration and Counselors to provide an excellent camp experience for all campers. Creates meaningful connections with all staff and campers. Facilitates cohesiveness and bonding between campers in the residential setting.

MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT:
Must be a minimum of 21 years old.

EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES USED:
John Deere Gator

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
Supervise 10 Counselors

ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
● This position requires employees to be able to hike up and down hills on a daily basis at high elevation. Additionally, admin must be able to work and teach in inclement weather including, but not limited to heat, snow, rain and sleet.
● Counselors are expected to stay in cabin overnight for the duration of the camp session.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Occasional lifting twenty (20) to fifty (50) pounds
• Occasional lifting of fifty (50) to one hundred (100) pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, climbing and kneeling

    

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

    

Responsibilities:

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Assist daily site upkeep (general cleaning of residential and program areas).

Support kitchen staff and supervise campers during meal times

Lead songs and group games.

Inform Summer Camp Coordinator of any program materials that need to be purchased.

Communicate all camper concerns (behavior, health, emotional) to Summer Camp Coordinator with proper documentation if needed.

Once a week act as on-duty to lock up site and answer any calls from the cabins.

Assist in behavior interventions with campers to correct and redirect unwanted behaviors.

Plan and facilitate evening activities with the other Program Staff

Plan, prepare and facilitate 60-90 minute recreational and leadership activities.

Ensure counselors are prepared for the daily activities,

Ensure the physical and emotional safety of all staff and campers.

Provide emotional support to the staff and campers

Supervise 10 counselors, and provide feedback at the end of session 2 and at the end of session 4.

    

Certifications:

CPR - American Heart Association, First Aid - Red Cross

    

Education:

High School or Equivalent

    

Skills:

Able to learn and execute the lessons/activities in the leadership curriculum., Communicate effectively with administration for all questions and concerns, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Easily approachable, able to have fun with kids, laugh at yourself and be silly!, Effectively relate with school age children in a positive and supportive manner., Maintains a generally positive attitude., Observes all District policies and procedures., Open to receiving constructive feedback and applying the information in a timely manner, Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

Position Type:

Seasonal

    

Primary Location:

Outdoor Education Center

    

One Year Only (Yes or No):

No

 

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

40

 

FTE:

1.00

    

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

0 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position.  Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position.  Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

   

Minimum Hire Rate:

$1.00 USD Stipend

   

Maximum Hire Rate:

$1,500.00 USD Sti