Youth Activities Counselor

Northgate Country Club; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Northgate Country Club in Houston, TX seeks a Youth Activities Counselor to lead and supervise youth programs, camps, and events. You will help plan, set up, run pool activities, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for children and their families.

The role requires CPR/First Aid certification, excellent communication, and the ability to work flexible weekends and holidays. You will partner with staff to maintain safety, cleanliness, and positive experiences for all members.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Knowledge of Outlook, internet applications, and use of office equipment.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and enjoy working with all age groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with members, guests, clients, and employees.
• Excellent communication skills including strong verbal, written and positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to project voice and get attention of and cooperation from young members.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
• Must work in a safe, prudent, and organized manner.
• Ability to interact effectively with members, guests, and staff of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and education levels.
• Excellent team player with ability to work hands on in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry food service trays weighing 35+ pounds.
• Ability to stand, stoop and bend repetitively during entire shift.
• Ability to speak, read and understand the English language; ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet members and guests in a professional and friendly manner.
• Respond to member questions by providing correct information and answering telephone in professional manner.
• Assist with set‑up, decorations, and safety checks before events.
• Host and engage children and families in activities, including pool activities, events, camps, and holiday events.
• Assist parents signing their children in and out and checking identification.
• Be knowledgeable of and comply, at all times, with the Club’s standards, policies and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Ensure knowledge of all children's allergies and special needs.
• Supervise children and use good judgement when in our care. Adhere to all rules regarding younger members.
• Assist with handling kids’ meals.
• Communicate effectively and inform immediate supervisors of any unforeseen circumstances and react appropriately.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and secure locking of children’s playroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned by managers.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Engage children

Voice projection

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

The Youth Activities Counselor is responsible for all activities related to youth activities at the club, including but not limited to assisting in creating, implementing, and overseeing family-friendly events and youth programs, set‑up, clean‑up, and supervising younger members in a safe and friendly way.

Job Duties

• Greet members and guests in a professional and friendly manner.
• Respond to member questions by providing correct information and answering telephone in professional manner.
• Assist with set‑up, decorations, and safety checks before events.
• Host and engage children and families in activities, including pool activities, events, camps, and holiday events.
• Assist parents signing their children in and out and checking identification.
• Be knowledgeable of and comply, at all times, with the Club’s standards, policies and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Ensure knowledge of all children's allergies and special needs.
• Supervise children and use good judgement when in our care. Adhere to all rules regarding younger members.
• Assist with handling kids’ meals.
• Communicate effectively and inform immediate supervisors of any unforeseen circumstances and react appropriately.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and secure locking of children’s playroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned by managers.

Job Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Must possess CPR and First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of Outlook, internet applications, and use of office equipment.
• Must have knowledge of age-appropriate activities and enjoy working with all age groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with members, guests, clients, and employees.
• Must possess excellent communication skills including strong verbal, written and positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to project voice and get attention of and cooperation from young members.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
• Must work in a safe, prudent, and organized manner.
• Ability to interact effectively with members, guests, and staff of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and education levels.
• Excellent team player with ability to work hands on in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to lift and carry food service trays weighing 35+ pounds.
• Ability to stand, stoop and bend repetitively during entire shift.
• Ability to speak, read and understand the English language Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.

General

• Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times.
• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance.
• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to members and their guests, management and fellow employees.
• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with club standards.
• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures.
• Attends appropriate department meetings and training sessions.
• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of work areas.
• Complies with club standards, policies and rules.
• Remains current with club information and changes.
• Complies with club uniform and grooming standards.