Summer Camp Counselor
State of Florida
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Lakeland • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $17 per hour
About the role
- Provide support in the facilitation of summer camp activities
- Assist with program facilitation as assigned (shooting sports, hunter safety, archery, freshwater fishing, canoeing, kayaking, wildlife viewing and exploration, etc.)
- Help maintain camp educational supplies and equipment to keep them stocked, clean, organized, and in working order; perform inventory as assigned
- Ensure education programs are following American Camp Association (ACA) standards
- Supervise daily summer camp activities as assigned (set up, clean up, leading programming, supporting fellow staff, etc.)
- Address minor program changes, behavioral issues, etc. and level-up to Camp Director as appropriate
- Enforce Camp Code of Conduct
- Complete required training related to ACA standards and be familiar with/follow all policies regarding camper safety, risk management, reporting, etc.
- Perform safety inspections of equipment and sites where programming takes place
- Communicate effectively with campers, families, and camp partners and staff through in-person, and program interactions
- Provide a welcoming and positive experience for campers through program interactions
- Provide positive guest service to camp families
- Participate in meetings, mobile phone communications, etc. as needed with TYCC staff to foster collaborative working relationships
- Maintain effective working relationships with others; work independently, take initiative, and work creatively to solve problems
- Perform administrative duties as required
- Ensure that files/documentation are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained
- Complete and submit timesheets and required reports in a timely and thorough manner
- Assist with facility operations outside of education programs as required
- Assist with janitorial cleaning of the facility as needed (classroom space, restrooms, pavilions, storage sheds, etc.)
- Assist with daily camper check-in and check-out
- Monitor the health and wellness of campers and provide treatment according to your level of certification as assigned by the Camp Director
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Experience working with youth and the noted pillar activities is preferred
- Must be comfortable with working in adverse weather conditions such as heat and rain
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Must be comfortable handling firearms (training will be provided) and working in environments with loud noises
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Knowledge of one or more of FYCCN’s Four Pillars: shooting sports, fishing, paddle sports, and wildlife exploration preferred
- Knowledge of regional ecosystems and sustainable wildlife management practices preferred
- Employment contingent upon satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
shooting sportshunter safetyarcheryfreshwater fishingcanoeingkayakingwildlife viewingsafety inspectionsadministrative dutieslifting up to 50 lbs
Soft Skills
communicationproblem-solvinginitiativeindependencecollaborationguest servicerelationship buildingleadershiporganizationcreativity
Certifications
High School Diplomacriminal history check