Have an amazing summer by helping campers get the most out of their camp experience! A Camp Counselor is a seasonal position that works directly with youth of all abilities throughout their day at camp. This position will start May 15th and end July 28, 2023. Monday - Friday 8:45 am - 3:45 pm with some shifts of 7-9 am and 3-6 pm.

One of the most important factors to a great Summer Camp experience is having a fantastic counselor. That’s where you come in! Your job: help campers have an unforgettable experience at Camp Lakeside. Youth of all abilities will attend camp ready for fun, excitement, and new adventures! Acting as a role model and leader you’ll get to know each camper on a personal level and ensure all their needs are being met so they can focus on having fun. We have a feeling that this will be the best job you ever had, and a Summer you will never forget!

Responsibilities

• Act as a role model in your attitude and behavior setting a good example to campers and others in regards to general camp procedures and practices such as sanitation, schedule and sportsmanship
• Lead and assist in regularly creating, coordinating, conducting, and evaluating safe, fun, and effective camp activities for all areas of camp appropriate for your age group
• Act as primary caregiver for each of your campers assuring that campers are properly supervised at all times including small group environment, and large, all-camp events. Be alert to the campers needs and aware of their safety at all times
• Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, and enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures as needed using appropriate behavior-management techniques
• Recognize and respond to opportunities for group problem solving and provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success while at camp
• Take primary responsibility for the health, well-being, and happiness of campers. Be aware of any allergies and/or meds for all campers
• Prepare for, supervise, assist, and participate actively and eagerly in all aspects of the camper’s day
• Arrive before programs to setup and speak with participants and/or parents and guests.
• Stay the necessary time needed after programs to clean up
• Encourage a fun and imaginative learning environment creating scenarios and scripts to enhance the experience of camp activities and events
• Follow the weekly schedule and ensure your campers are where they need to be when they need to be there
• Keep supervisor up-to-date on scheduling and evaluation feedback including concerns, updates, and challenges
• Attend the entire camp staff training, which is 2 weeks long, prior to the start of camp. Know, understand, portray, and share Camp Lakeside rules, policies, and traditions
• Create and keep civil relationships with fellow staff members
• Fulfill other administrative and essential roles and duties as necessary or as assigned

Qualifications

• The capacity to work as a team member
• Outgoing with a sincere and energetic desire to have a quality and consistent experience with youth
• Ability to teach and lead a variety of recreational activities
• Ability to inspire and motivate others
• Capacity to be flexible and improvise when needed
• Capable of active listening skills

• Ability to accept supervision and guidance, yet also act independently.

• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with campers and staff
• Problem solve by analyzing situations accurately and taking effective action
• Be sensitive to gender, age, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
• Respond to emergency camper situations with appropriate First Aid and CPR
• High School Diploma
• Must be 18 years old
• Experience with children and developmentally disabled population preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting.
• Ability to work inside and outside in normal weather conditions.
• Hike on various terrain
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Benefits to all Employees:

• Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
• Employee referral program
• FSA accounts
• Paid Mileage
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Extensive training
• Flexible Hours
• CPR/First Aid training

Additional Benefits to Full-Time Employees:

• 401K w/ 5% company matching
• 8 paid holidays
• PTO
• HSA Accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Casual Fridays
• Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)

About Opportunity Enterprises

Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.

Make a difference today! Please fill out our brief application and– we’ll be in touch soon!!