Camp Counselor/Environmental Educator

Job Overview

Hours: 40 hours per week June 7-July 2 typically between the hours of 9am-5pm M-F, and about 20 hours the week of May 31 for set-up/training and July 5 for clean up

The Camp Counselor job duties include the following:

• Leads and assists with all necessary tasks associated with Phinizy Center’s Swamp Explorers Summer Camp
• Leads, motivates, and ensures the safety of campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities
• Attends camp training to become competent in tasks and activities they will be responsible for during camp
• Assists with set-up and clean-up of summer camp
• Works with Camp Director to train & coordinate summer camp volunteers
• Leads or assists with before and after care as needed
• Works with other camp staff members to plan and coordinate camp events/ activities.
• Monitors campers to ensure compliance with camp rules and prevents accidents.
• Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper use of camp/education facilities and equipment.
• Reports and records details of incidents, such as accidents or rule violations, to camp director
• Follows all emergency procedures and enforces camp rules
• Other tasks as needed

DESIRABLE JOB PREREQUISITES:

Education/Training/Experience:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Education, Education, or other related field or high school graduate pursuing a degree in one of these fields
• Experience working with children
• Environmental education and/or camp counseling experience

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to work well in a team setting and set personal high performance and quality standards, which enable the team to be successful.
• Takes initiative and has a high level of responsibility and accountability.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, supervisors, the public, and all other customers, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
• Upbeat and engaging with strong public speaking skills.
• Ability to work with and manage students of all ages.
• Punctual with good time management skills.
• An appreciation for and understanding of natural habitats and systems. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, lift, or support the weight of children.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• First aid and CPR/AED certified. (You can complete this training any time before camp starts.)