Camp Fuller Counselor and Program Leadership

Overview

Under the supervision and support of the Overnight Camp Director and Executive Director, a Camp Fuller Support Staff member will be the primary supervisor and support for the summer staff. Being an overnight staff member is a 24 hour a day job and the Support Staff will be responsible for ensuring that job is done at a high quality to ensure life changing and affirming experiences for the youth in our care.

They will also ensure all safety and child protection standards are consistently top of mind.

• Live in cabins with a group of a max of 8-10 campers and one other counsellor to provide live-in supervision to campers
• Facilitate friendships and relationship building among campers
• Support and program specialty activity periods based on skills, interests, and ability – focusing around curriculum development, delivery, and evaluation of programs
• Be the primary adult supervising campers in all spaces of camp they are present in
• Work as a member of the Greater Camp Fuller Staff in creating a great camp experience for campers
• Participate in pre-camp training (1-2 weeks depending on arrival) to gain the knowledge and camaraderie of being on the Camp Fuller Staff
• Uphold all policies and procedures of YMCA Camp Fuller including but not limited to Risk Management, Supervision, Child Protection, and Safety Standard

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• A desire to have a positive impact on the life of the youth and other staff at camp
• Experience working with youth or a willingness to learn
• Ability to lift 30 lbs or willingness to ask for help if not
• Ability to move around camp quickly enough to keep campers safe
• Strong comprehension and critical thinking skills to be able to respond to challenges and emergencies effectively
• Willingness to express challenges or struggles so they can be addressed by Camp Leadership

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervision of all participants in counselor’s company while on duty
• Recognition of “red flag behavior” that could lead to a violation of the Camp Child Protection Policy
• Understanding of chain of command to ensure staff will default to the person in charge of an area where appropriate (for example: when in an aquatic environment, lifeguards have final say in what is and is not appropriate behaviour)

• Experience working with youth ages 7-16 is preferred, but not required
• Experience working in an outdoor setting is preferred, but not required
• Experience being part of a successful team is preferred, but not required

• Must be able to communicate in English. Does not need to be fluent but must be able to understand needs of youth when expressed and understand safety requirements

There are no certifications that required but there are some certifications that we offer or you can come to camp with! Some Certifications have added salary benefits.

• Lifeguarding ($15 more per week, training provided the week before staff training)
• Rhode Island Boat Driver ($10 more per week, training provided prior to camp)
• Rhode Island Chauffer’s License ($10 more per week, must be acquired on own)
• First Aid and CPR
• Belay Certifications (training provided during Staff Training)
• Level 1 Archery Certification ($10 more per week, training provided during Staff Training)

Camp is a rustic, outdoor setting. Counsellor must be able to live in a rustic cabin, most without electricity, and living with youth. Camp does have communal spaces for electronics charging, WiFi access, and break spaces. Camp…