Seasonal Summer Camp Counselor

Orlando Science Center; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their Summer Camp team as Counselors. This seasonal role involves supervising campers, ensuring their safety, and actively engaging them in fun activities. Camp Counselors will play a vital role in creating a memorable experience for children while adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a passion for working with youth and the ability to communicate effectively. Join this vibrant environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of young campers!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have experience working with children.
• Candidates must pass a background check and sign an Affidavit of Good Moral Character.

Responsibilities

• Supervise campers during daily activities and ensure their safety.
• Engage campers in activities and enforce safety rules.
• Assist with check-in and check-out procedures.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication skills

Ability to enforce safety regulations

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Summary/Objective
The Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for assisting with the daily operational aspects of weekly summer camp sessions, including, but not limited to: supervising campers to and from daily activities, assisting Camp Management with daily camp tasks, and assisting in camp classrooms when needed.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for supervising campers to and from daily activities, ensuring that all campers are safe and accounted for at ALL times.
• Responsible for check-in and check-out procedures, including Early Care and/or Late Care.
• Responsible for actively engaging the campers in activities to ensure an enjoyable experience.
• Responsible for learning and leading Camp activities and songs.
• Responsible for implementing safety rules and compliance to the OSC Camper Behavior Policy.
• Able to apply appropriate policies/procedures, enforce safety regulations, and respond quickly to critical incidents and emergencies.
• Demonstrates commitment to OSC's vision, mission, and values.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including early mornings and evenings as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Candidates should hold a High School Degree or higher.
• Experience & Certifications: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience and enthusiasm working with children and youth. Candidates will have to pass a background check and be able to sign an Affidavit of Good Moral Character as per the American Camp Association (ACA).

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Physical Demands

• Ability to remain in a stationary position.
• Moves throughout the museum and the 4Roots Farm Campus.
• Ascends/descends stairs throughout the museum and 4Roots Farm Campus.[PW1] [AO2]
• Ascends/descends ladders or other equipment to perform various tasks.
• Observes and reacts to the needs of guests, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Communicates and exchanges accurate information with guests, staff, volunteers, and community partners in a variety of formats including in-person, electronically, and over the phone.
• Operates a computer and/or office equipment efficiently and accurately.
• Manipulates and moves components weighing up to 25 pounds, including those that may be low to the ground or above eye level.
• Occasionally works in outdoor environments.
• Frequently works in indoor environments.
• Coping with demands and stresses associated with job and work environment.
• Kneeling and Crouching (occasionally)
• Weight Levels – Lift, Push, Pull
  • Up to 25 pounds

Expected Hours of Work & Travel

• This position is seasonal (May 29th – August 8th) and primarily works Monday – Friday. Summer Camp staff will also be expected to attend mandatory camp training from May 19th – 22nd (evening training).
• Travel throughout the Central Florida area may be required to deliver programs.

Telecommuting
This position is required to be onsite 100% of the time.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.