Job Information
Schenectady Jewish Community Center Camp Junior Counselors in Schenectady, New York
Salary Range $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly
Position Type Seasonal
Description
Junior Counselor
JOB SUMMARY
This individual, supervised by a Unit Head, manages the operations of a particular camp group of Camp Chaverim; and oversees the health, safety, and well-being of the campers in assigned group.
PRE-CAMP RESPONSIBILITIES
Attend pre-camp orientation
Attend Parent Orientation the evening before the 1st day of camp
CAMP RESPONSIBILITIES
Health and Safety
Maintaining appropriate staff to camper ratios at all times.
Actively supervising at all times- especially on playground and at the pool.
Report all injuries regardless of severity to Camp Health Director
Duties
Form positive relationships with campers, co-workers, and parents.
Working together with senior counselors in a positive manner for the betterment of camp.
Take children to nurse, bathroom, etc.
Help children with lunches and snacks.
Assist specialist and children during specialist activity periods, swim lessons, and TAG time.
Prepared for the pool with appropriate swim attire and actively in the water with campers.
Regularly communicate issue that may arise during the day with co-counselors.
Maintain supplies and cleanliness of areas used.
Escort children to their groups during AM drop off.
Attend all weekly staff meetings.
Perform all other duties as assigned or delegated by the Associate Camp Director, Unit Heads, or Senior Director of Camp and Summer Programs
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. This job description is to be used as a guideline to describe the current functions and requirements of the position. The job description may change at any time based on business needs and/or job reorganization.
We are an equal opportunity employer. As such, employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications and abilities.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
16 or 17 years of age
Experience working with children is a plus
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for prolonged periods time,
Ability to bend at the waist, squat and pick items off the floor
Ability to walk, hike, and climb, long distances
Must have great eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor equipment and participate in camp activities;
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Competently participate in aquatics activities, including swimming