Field Trip Camp Counselor - Lead Safe, Fun Adventures

Steve & Kate's Camp; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Job summary

Steve & Kate's Camp in Menlo Park, CA seeks team members for its Field Trip program. You will chaperone trips, supervise campers, and monitor safety while traveling by bus between stops, all while encouraging curiosity and play.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have 2+ months of camp-age experience, and hold First Aid & CPR certification. This hourly role emphasizes calmness under pressure and collaboration with a team.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 2 months experience working with camp-age children, with 1 year preferred, in either a professional, personal or volunteer setting.
• First Aid & CPR certified prior to Day 1 of Camp (some locations may require additional certifications)

Responsibilities

• Staff members will be responsible for chaperoning field trips, making connections, and monitoring safety and wellness. You’ll travel by bus to multiple stops, all while having fun with kids.
• Actively supervising campers
• Ensure compliance with Camp Policies
• Reporting & Recording details of notable concerns or incidents, and of injuries to campers, other staff members, or self
• Keeping track and being aware of camper allergies and dietary restrictions
• Does the idea of guiding kids while they make decisions for themselves excite you?
• Are you calm under pressure and able to calm those around you?
• Are you comfortable leading groups of kids on your own while still collaborating with a team?
• Are you passionate about sharing your knowledge & learning something new (even if a third grader is doing the teaching)?

Job description

Steve & Kate's Camp in Menlo Park, CA seeks team members for its Field Trip program. You will chaperone trips, supervise campers, and monitor safety while traveling by bus between stops, all while encouraging curiosity and play.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have 2+ months of camp-age experience, and hold First Aid & CPR certification. This hourly role emphasizes calmness under pressure and collaboration with a team.