Program Counselors

The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp; Ashford (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A summer camp for children in Ashford, CT, is seeking Program Counselors to plan and implement engaging activities for campers aged 7 to 15. Counselors must create an inclusive environment, promote safety, and support camp volunteers. Responsibilities include facilitating camp-wide activities, ensuring program area cleanliness, and participating in training. This position requires adaptability to change and a commitment to fostering community values. The role is residential for the summer program from early June to late August.

Qualifications

• Must be physically and mentally capable to handle the care of Campers.
• Serve as a role model and provide support to Camp volunteers.
• Comply with COVID-19 precautions as outlined by the CDC.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and facilitate programming for children ages 7-15.
• Organize and facilitate Camp-wide activities alongside the Program Team.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of assigned program areas.

Skills

Flexibility

Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Safety awareness

Job description

Program Counselors are responsible for planning, implementing and facilitating intentional, adaptable and outcome-based programming for children of all abilities, ages 7-15. In addition to working alongside seasonal staff and volunteers in the cabins, Program Counselors help create and foster an inclusive and safe environment in their program area that promotes fun, engaging and impactful activities for campers. Program areas include: Adventure, Arts and Crafts, Boating and Fishing, Cooking Zone, Music, Theater, and more!

Job Requirements

• Must be physically and mentally capable to handle the care of Campers.
• Must be familiar with and enforce all safety, emergency, and Camp policies.
• Serve as a role model and provide support to Camp volunteers.
• Commit to fostering a community that celebrates our Camp values, which are inclusion, gratitude, possibility, friendship and safety.
• Be flexible with the changing needs of the program areas and evening activities.
• The ability to work with a diverse community in a multicultural environment.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary by Camp leadership.
• Comply with and remain flexible with COVID-19 specific precautions and requirements through the duration of the program, as outlined/advised by the CDC and the Hole in the Wall Medical Team.
• All positions are residential and are hired for the duration of our summer program. The time commitment is early June to late August.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in required on-site orientation and individual program training before the start of the summer program.
• Plan, implement and facilitate intentional, adaptable and outcome-based programming for children of all abilities, ages 7-15. Activities should be inclusive to all participants and incorporate the weekly Camp themes.
• Organize and facilitate Camp-wide activities alongside the rest of the Program Team.
• Help create and foster an environment that promotes inclusivity, safety and participation.
• Work effectively both individually and as part of a team.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organization of assigned program areas.
• Prepare program areas at least 30 minutes before scheduled activity times.
• Prompt attendance at all scheduled activities.
• Assist in opening and closing day procedures.
• Collaborate with the Program Coordinator, Program Team Associate and Program Specialist to maintain program area inventory and order program supplies.
• Communicate with the Program Coordinator, Program Team Associate and Program Specialist about program needs, program development and weather plans.
• Be flexible in planning and scheduling.
• Provide consistent engagement with participants throughout each season.
• Communicate relevant observations of participant experiences to the Program Coordinator or Program Team Associate.
• Prepare to lead and organize various creative games and activities for rainy days and downtime.

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