Camp Counselor II – Arts and Craft

POSITION:
Camp Counselor II – Arts and Craft

REPORTS TO:

Director, Camp

STATUS:
Seasonal Full-Time, Exempt Camp Worker (as defined in
Section 18897 of the Health and Safety Code)
Will be needed approximately Mid-June to Mid-August.
Final dates will be confirmed at offer.

JOB CLASSIFICATION:
Associate

UNION ELIGIBLE:
No

WORK ARRANGEMENT:
In Person 100%

LOCATION:

Napa, CA

SALARY RANGE: $82.71-$92.71 / Daily Rate (per CA Labor Code 1182.4) – paid semi-monthly

Founded in San Francisco in 1902, the Light House’s purpose is to promote the independence, equality and self-reliance of people who are blind or visually impaired. The Light House is currently in a period of growth, increasing our capacity to serve more low-vision and blind clients.

* Blind/visually impaired strongly encouraged to apply.

The arts and crafts program area leader is responsible for preparing and implementing safe, fun, and appropriate programs for the blind and visually impaired children and adults. They will coordinate and oversee all camp arts and crafts activities.

• Ceramics
• Jewelry making
• Drawing
• Painting
• Nature crafts
• Cooking
• Leather crafts
• Tactile crafts
• Puppets
• Tie-dying
• Paper making
• Others

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School graduate
• Some college education preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications
• Previous work in a camp, school, or community service setting
• Experience working with individuals who are blind/visually impaired preferred
• Knowledge of Braille and/or sign language preferred

• Arts & Crafts Program Leadership
  • Plan, direct, and supervise a safe, engaging, and creative arts and crafts program.
  • Lead and instruct classes and activities in the arts and crafts areas.
  • Evaluate the success of arts and crafts programs and activities, making improvements as needed.
• Safety & Staff Training
  • Train staff on their responsibilities in the arts and crafts areas, ensuring proper supervision and instruction.
  • Ensure all campers and staff follow arts and crafts safety guidelines.
  • Assist counselors in developing art kits for cabins or special events.
• Facility & Equipment Management
  • Set up and maintain arts and crafts program areas.
  • Teach and monitor proper use of materials and equipment.
  • Conduct daily safety and cleanliness checks in arts and crafts spaces.
  • Maintain inventory of arts and crafts supplies, ensuring timely replacements.
• Camper & Staff Supervision
  • Assist with camper placements in arts and crafts classes and living assignments as needed.
  • Evaluate volunteers, Counselors-in-Training (CITs), and counselors throughout the summer, providing feedback to the Assistant Director.
  • Step in as a camp counselor when necessary to support camper supervision.
• Camp Engagement & Collaboration
  • Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, leading and assisting as assigned.
  • Help organize and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and all-camp activities.
  • Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings.

• Read, understand and adhere to 100% of agency policies and procedures
• Complete 100% of job responsibilities and assigned tasks efficiently by prioritizing work as needed to meet deadlines, ensuring safety, wellbeing and positive experience for campers.
• Consistently maintain a positive and respectful attitude in 100% of interactions with staff and campers while conducting ourselves professionally on and off the job as representatives of Light House.
• Consistently report to work on time and be ready to begin performing our assigned duties and responsibilities with no more than two exceptions per camp session.
• Work productively or stay engaged with campers during at least 95% of program activities, all camp activities, cabin time and all other time that is not designated as time off.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors, campers, and colleagues in our immediate teams and across the agency, ensuring 100% of verbal and written communication is clear, professional, effective, and done in a timely manner.
• Maintain 100% confidentiality of individual health, behavior concerns, and other personal information of campers and staff.
• Consistently learn and…