Camp Counselor

Kidcam Camps; Baton Rouge (LA); In loco; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Kidcam Camps is seeking enthusiastic Camp Counselors to lead activities, keep campers engaged, and foster a welcoming, inclusive environment this summer. You’ll be active, on-site with kids, and dedicated to creating memorable moments while modeling safety and teamwork.

Ideal candidates bring CPR/First Aid certification, prior camp experience, strong communication, and a positive, flexible attitude to handle the dynamic summer schedule and diverse camper needs.

Competenze

• CPR and First Aid certification (will be provided if necessary).
• Experience working with children in a camp or recreational setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm, optimism, patience, positive attitude and a love for working with children.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and solve problems.
• Willing to be fully engaged with campers and work well in a team.

Mansioni

• Lead activities and encourage participation.
• Help kids navigate friendships and challenges.
• Create moments that become campers' favorite summer memories.
• Roll with it, take feedback, and keep the fun going.
• Remain calm and proactive under pressure.

Conoscenze

CPR/First Aid cert

Experience with children

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Adaptability

Problem solving

Descrizione del lavoro

At Kidcam, we believe the best part of camp isn't what's on the schedule, It's the people who bring it to life. And that's YOU! We're looking for Camp Counselors who love kids, bring great energy, and aren't afraid to be silly. You understand that making someone's summer special starts with showing up and jumping in. We want the counselor who's playing the game, leading the cheer, noticing the camper standing alone, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.Being a Kidcam Counselor means taking responsibility for the safety and everyday experience of the campers in your care. You'll lead activities, encourage participation, help kids navigate friendships and challenges, and create the little moments that become their favorite summer memories. We need people who can roll with it, work as a team, take feedback, step up without being asked, and keep the fun going even when things don't go as planned. Because at Kidcam, you're not just watching kids have summer. You're keeping the SPIRIT of summer alive. Somewhere along the way, while you're helping campers grow in confidence, make friends and discover what they're capable of, you'll be growing too.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:CPR and First Aid certification (will be provided if necessary).Experience working with children in a camp or recreational setting.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Enthusiasm, optimism, patience, positive attitude and a love for working with children.Ability to adapt to changing situations and solve problems.Willing to work well in a team environment.Must be willing to be fully engaged with campers in various activities.Flexibility and creativity to adapt to unforeseen changes as the arise.A problem solver! You think fast on your feet and prioritize quickly.Ability to remain calm under pressure.Must be able to part with your phone during working hours.Open to communicating challenges with camp leadership and receive constructive feedback.Physical Demands & Working Conditions:Must be physically and mentally able to meet the challenges of navigating and working in destination based facilities. Remember, this is SUMMER camp - ability to adapt to heat conditions is important.