Day Camp Junior Counselor

Position Summary: The Day Camp Junior Counselor will monitor, lead, and control a group of children. This position will work with children, fellow workers, and staff to provide a safe and meaningful summer day camp experience in a Christian environment.

• Assist all field trips (unless medically unable, will be required to participate with the campers).
• Provide support to counselors responsible for a small group of youth ages 5-14 on site and on field trips.
• Be aware of and follow all safety precautions and procedures. This includes never being solely responsible for your group.
• Work with program staff to plan and execute daily activities as needed.
• Responsible for the welfare of campers.
• Work with the appropriate staff in solving problems between campers.
• Inform Day Camp Director of any staff or camper problems.
• Work with the day camp director and program staff in scheduling activities for the campers.
• Encourage camper participation in activities, including musical practices, Bible class, rec class, arts & crafts, and any other activities in a constructive manner.
• Administration of emergency first aid as needed and recording of such treatment, with proper documentation, to supervising staff.
• Always remain with your assigned group of children, unless another staff member has relieved you for any necessary reason.
• Attend all staff and training meetings unless directed otherwise by the Day Camp Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 16 years old.

• Previous experience working with children a plus.
• Previous experience supervising camper desired.
• Willingness to work as part of the ministry team with other staff members or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Knowledge of arts & crafts a plus.
• Music knowledge a plus.

• Basic computer skills required.

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed.
• Current First Aid / CPR certification, or ability to be certified within 30 days.