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Summer Camp Counselor

First Baptist School

  • Charleston, South Carolina
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    The camp counselor will help plan events and lead group events, monitor campers and respond to incidents, such as behavioral problems or accidents, log events and maintain records relating to activities, and discuss camper participation and concerns with parents and other camp staff members. We are looking for enthusiastic, attentive camp counselors to lead, support, and motivate campers as they enjoy all that the camp has to offer.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCharleston, South Carolina
    Websitehttps://www.fbschool.org

    Description

    FBS Summer Camp Counselor
     
    Location: 48 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29401
    FSLA Status: Non-exempt Hourly 

      
    Job description:
     First Baptist School of Charleston Hurricanes Summer Camp is in session from June 3rd through July 26th, and is available to rising K3-5th grade students. We offer campers a rotation of classes, including subjects in Fine Arts, Coding, STEAM, Bible, and Physical Education. Campers will also enjoy field trips, water play days, and chapel every week.

     We are looking for enthusiastic, attentive camp counselors to lead, support, and motivate campers as they enjoy all that the camp has to offer. The camp counselor will help plan events and lead group events, monitor campers and respond to incidents, such as behavioral problems or accidents, log events and maintain records relating to activities, and discuss camper participation and concerns with parents and other camp staff members. You should be positive, proactive, and caring while focusing on giving campers a fun, safe camp experience. Applicants must be able to work at least 20 hours per week. To succeed as a camp counselor, you should be upbeat, decisive, and responsible. You should also be organized and possess strong leadership skills.
     
    Camp Counselor Responsibilities:
    • Working with other camp staff members to plan and coordinate camp events.
    • Leading and supporting campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities.
    • Monitoring campers to ensure compliance with camp rules and prevent accidents.
    • Cleaning, maintaining, and ensuring proper use of camp facilities and equipment.
    • Reporting and recording details of incidents, such as accidents or rule violations, to parents and camp staff.
    • Memorizing all emergency procedures and enforcing camp rules.
    • Participating in staff meetings and training days.
    Camp Counselor Requirements:
    • High school diploma, equivalent, or active enrollment in school.
    • Experience working in camps, with children, or with specific activities may be preferred.
    • First aid and CPR training is required (class can be provided by First Baptist School).
    • Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, swim, lift, or support the weight of children.
    • Ability to pass a background check.
    • High level of responsibility and accountability.
    • Upbeat, engaging personality.
    • Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
     
    It is the policy of First Baptist School to provide equal opportunity in employment for all persons and to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, sex, national origin, physical disability, or age.

     
    Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
    Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

     
    Schedule:
    • 8-hour shift
    • After school
    • Day shift
    • Monday to Friday
    Experience: Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
     
    License/Certification:
    First Aid Certification (Preferred)
    CPR Certification (Preferred)
     

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