Greenway Camps Lead Counselor

Leroy Springs & Company, Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Leroy Springs & Company, Inc. seeks a Lead Counselor to guide camp counselors and support site leadership across outdoor programs. The role involves modeling positive behavior, coordinating activities, and promoting personal growth for campers and staff.

Responsibilities include ensuring policy adherence, managing safety, and serving as a liaison with parents. Must be 18+, attend training, and be available for the majority of the summer season.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to attend leadership staff and all staff training over the course of three weeks.
• Ability to work majority of the summer; up to one week (5 days) unpaid time off.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for Site Director and counselors as needed.
• Serve as a role model counselor for camp counselor staff.
• Ensure all camp policies and procedures are being followed by staff and campers.
• Support and motivate camp counselor staff, including observations, behavior modeling, and conflict resolution support.
• Responsible for cleanliness and organization of assigned area; ensure campers and staff treat all persons as well as camp and personal property with respect.
• Maintain high standards of safety and security to prevent accidents and respond appropriately in emergencies.
• Is part of the leadership team and assists groups as necessary.
• Manage camper drop-off and pick-up as well as opening and closing of the building.
• Communicate with parents for minor incidents.
• Act as a face of Greenway Camps to parents.

Skills

Group management

Role model

Observation

Conflict resolution

Communication

Safety awareness

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

The lead counselor will serve as a role model while supporting camp counselors, Site Directors, and other camp leadership staff. Lead counselors should be able to model a variety of ideal behaviors and actions while guiding camp counselors. The lead counselor is responsible for teaching, coordinating and carrying out activities and guiding both campers and counselors in their personal growth. Lead Counselors will work in various camps offering outdoor adventure, including activities such as kayaking, hiking, archery, field games, mountain biking, fishing, and campfire.

PAY RATE: $14.50 / Hour

Camp Training:

Lead Staff Training - Attendance Required: May 10 th , 11 th , 12 th , 13, and 28 th

All Staff Training - Attendance Required: Evenings of May 18 th , 19 th , 20 th , 25 th , and 26 th

Camp Dates:

May 31 st – July 30 th Monday – Friday
*All camp staff are eligible for up to one week (or 5 days) of unpaid time off.

**Must be present for the first week of camp.

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Provide support for Site Director and counselors as needed
• Serve as a role model counselor for camp counselor staff
• Ensure all camp policies and procedures are being followed by staff and campers
• Support and motivate camp counselor staff, to include tasks such as observations, behavior modeling, & conflict resolution support
• Responsible for cleanliness and organization of assigned area; ensure campers and staff treat all persons as well as camp and personal property with respect
• Maintain high standards of safety and security to prevent accidents and to respond appropriately in emergency situations
• Is considered part of the leadership team and assists groups as necessary
• Ensures camp protocols are being followed and maintained at a high standard
• Manage camper drop-off and pick -up as well as opening and closing of the building
• Communicate with parents for minor incidents
• Act as a face of Greenway Camps to parents
• All other job duties as assigned

The LSC Way

Staff culture at the Greenway is a top priority. As part of our commitment to culture we have assembled a number of ‘fundamentals’ (The LSC Way) that are traits we believe allow people to be successful here. Of these traits the following speak most to this role:

• Keep Things Fun
• Be Vigilant About Safety
• Lead By Example
• Invest in Relationships

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Possesses and models excellent group management skills
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior
• Set a good example to campers and others
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities
• Promote good sportsmanship
• Ability to interact with all age levels
• Certified or ability to become certified in First Aid/CPR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above 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.

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to attend leadership staff and all staff training over the course of three weeks
• Ability to work majority of the summer. All camp staff are eligible for up to one week (or 5 days) of unpaid time off

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications; will train
• Child Abuse prevention training; will train
• Valid Driver's License with safe driving record

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Some physical requirements of a Lead Counselor position could be endurance including prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, walking long distances, hiking, biking, climbing, and stretching; requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor equipment and camp activities; requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs; daily exposure to inconsistent weather conditions such as sun, heat, or rain and animals such as bugs and snakes, etc. Camp operations will occur outside 95% of the work day.

ABOUT US

Come work with us! At Leroy Springs & Company, we are more than a nonprofit organization. We are a family of brands rooted in nonprofit recreation, with a legacy lasting more than 80 years and a long-held belief that all people should benefit from affordable outdoor recreation, education and wellness opportunities. Today, our portfolio includes the Anne Springs Close Greenway, a 2,100-acre nature preserve; four historic golf courses; Springmaid Mountain Retreat in Spruce Pine, NC; and the FLYERS Afterschool program, which serves all Fort Mill elementary schools.

With a team of over 500 dedicated employees across four counties and two states, we are united by values of excellence, integrity and community. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration and a shared vision for a vibrant future.

Whether you are interested in outdoor seasonal jobs, non-traditional education positions, or a segue into the nonprofit, golf or parks and recreation industries, Leroy Springs & Company offers a place to grow, connect and make a lasting impact.