Day Camp Head Counselor - Seasonal

New York Athletic Club; Town of Pelham (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Day Camp Head Counselor to lead and inspire children at their premier camp. This role involves developing engaging activities, ensuring a safe and fun environment, and building strong relationships with campers and staff. With world-class facilities and a focus on creating lasting memories, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young campers. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing a memorable camp experience during the summer months.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with children.
• Must be 18 years or older and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise camp activities for different age groups.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment for campers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Experience working with children

Job description

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About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Head Counselor at the Travers Island property located in Pelham, NY. The candidate for this position will be a part of the Winged Foot Day Camp team and will lead the supervision and care of their assigned group.

The Winged Foot Day Camp is the perfect opportunity for children of members to gain a full camp experience, take advantage of the world class facilities at Travers Island, and create memories to last a lifetime. Campers will participate in several sports, creative arts, theme days, and off campus field trips.

Job Description And Responsibilities

• Lead your designated group by developing, supervising, and participating in camp wide programming activities with campers of different ages
• Create a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment for campers
• Enforce safety rules and regulations of the Club
• Be able to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, campers, parents/guardians
• Be flexible to meet changing work needs and demands
• Attend pre-camp training in June 2024
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with children
• Must be 18 years or older
• Pass NYS and national background check
• Transportation to and from Travers Island required
• Be available 40 hours per week during June-August 2024
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work on a team
• Possess effective customer service skills
• Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct
• Be open to feedback and desire to grow professionally
• Able to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately
  
  

Employment Type: Temp/Seasonal

Years Experience: 1 - 3 years

Salary: $17 - $18 Hourly

Bonus/Commission: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Other

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