Malvern Day Camp seasonal Full Time Camp Counselor Floater is responsible for the filling in where needed when a counselor/specialist is out. Will supervise the campers, promoting and actively participating in all camp activities, providing a safe and fun learning environment, and serving as a positive role model for campers (ages 5-14). The Counselor Floater requires the ability to work with a variety of camp groups throughout the camp season.
The hours of this full-time, seasonal position are from 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Malvern Day Camp runs from mid June to late August 2024. There will be mandatory training dates before camp begins.
Benefits of Working at Camp:
· Work in an active and professional environment with both indoor and outdoor facilities.
· Gain hands-on experience working with children in a structured setting.
· Develop new relationships with peers
· Gain knowledge through mentoring with Camp Directors
· Make a difference in the campers’ summer experience
· Become a child's hero.
· Learn leadership skills.
· Competitive Wages
Responsibilities include:
-Assist with group supervision of campers
-Behavior management
-Promote and actively participate in all camper activities
-Work effectively with co-counselors and collaborate on daily responsibilities
-Serve as a positive role model to campers
Assistant Counselors are employed in the following camps:
*Mini Camp 5-8 year olds
*Junior Camp: 7-9 year olds
*Senior Camp: 10-12 year olds
Requirements
-Previous experience working in a day camp setting (preferred).
-Previous experience working with children; examples include, but are not limited to: camp counselor, tutoring, youth volunteer, or classroom assistant if no prior camp experience
-The ability to work 6-11 weeks of the camp season
-Follow the Malvern Day Camp policies and procedures
-Minimum of 16 years of age
Required upon hire
-Completed Background Checks (FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal, NSOR)
-Willingness to complete additional training (Mandated reporting, First Aid/CPR, Water Safety, etc.)