Summer Camp Assistant Counselor
PLAYFUL MINDS LLC
- Location
- Chicopee, Massachusetts, United States
- Job type
- Full-time
About the role
Additional eligibility qualifications:
1. Minimum 15 years of age.
2. 3 years older than children assigned to.
3. Evidence of mandatory vaccinations or immunity to infectious diseases (including TB).
On-going education, training, certification:
• First-aid and CPR certifications.
Responsibilities/Core Functions:
• All staff serve as mandated reporters as stipulated under state laws governing center locations.
• All staff ensure all needs of children are met.
Assist Camp Counselor with weekly activities, such as::
• Assist with implementing weekly projects and programs.
• Engaging children to a variety of experiences and creative activities.
• Supervising the appropriate use of materials and supplies.
• The group area & facility is clean and safe, well organized supplies and equipment that are stored each day.
• Immediately report to Camp Counselor defective, unsafe equipment and toys, or any other dangerous situation. Remove unsafe items from camper use.
• Assists with setup & cleaning for snack and meal times, assist/monitor children during snack & meal times.
• Assist children to and from transportation.
• Being always aware of the location of each child in the group, conduct regular head counts, maintain staff to camper ratios, never leave children unsupervised.
• Always aware of allergies and chronic conditions of all campers in the group.
• Apply sunscreen and insect repellent to campers at required intervals.
Other responsibilities:
• Cooperate with the Camp Counselor and other staff in those activities involving the children.
• Arrive to the camp location as scheduled, and remain on alert.
• Daily care of camp area(s) and equipment used, and report items needing repair or replacement.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Camp Counselor and Camp Director.
Skills/Competency:
• Remains calm in emergency situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work well as part of a team.
• Genuine enjoyment when working with children.
• Comfortably engage with students and staff.
• Maintain sound working relationships with staff.
Other performance indicators:
• Adhere to Playful Minds policies given verbally or in writing, such as Employee Handbook, Confidentiality Policy, Safety Procedures, etc.
• Cooperate with the Camp Counselor and Director & other staff in activities involving the whole program.
• Treat children, parents, and staff with kindness and respect.
• Engage with children and staff to maintain positive relationships.
• Be professional at all times.
• Refrain from gossip.
About PLAYFUL MINDS LLC
Provides early education and childcare services for children.
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