Lead Counselor

Classification:  Nonexempt (Seasonal)

Reports to:  Executive Director

Position Purpose

To further the mission of the camp through the planning and delivery of program activities and events.  Design and deliver program activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers’ age and abilities.  Assist in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the camp director.

Essential Job Functions

1. Deliver a fun program to campers.

• Ensure lesson plans are prepared and implemented that meet camp outcomes and the abilities of the campers.
• Evaluate program delivery abilities of staff.
• Deliver progressive program activities.
• Evaluate the success of the program and the development of the campers’ abilities and skills in various program activities.
• Coordinate all camp program and campfire activities with other staff.

2. Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures during camp programs.

• Assist in the implementation of staff training.
• Provide guidelines for programs utilizing camp equipment.
• Ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures in all program areas.

3. Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in all program areas.

• Oversee daily checks of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
• Ensure that program areas are kept fee of hazards and debris.

4. Supervise and evaluate Program Specialists to develop and implement all facets of camp program activities

• Regularly monitor work of program specialists.
• Provide feedback and guidance to program specialists.
• Provide recommendations and concerns to camp director regarding program specialists’ performances.

5. Develop and implement schedules and records for all areas of camp program and facilities.

• Create camper and group program and activity schedules.
• Develop and supervise staff schedule for programs and activities.
• Collect and evaluate records; report and evaluate camp program and activity areas.

Other Job Duties

• Attend administrative staff meetings.
• Maintain clear and positive written and verbal communication with all camp staff.
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, providing support and guidance to those assigned as leaders.
• Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
• Provide ongoing program ideas to counseling and activity area staff.

Relationships

Lead Counselors work closely with the camp director, outreach coordinator, and Chef to ensure programs are being carried out in an effective manner. Lead Counselors supervises Counselors who also have program activity responsibility. Lead Counselors also work with the Nurse and Therapist to satisfy the medical and emotional needs of participants.

Qualifications 

• Experience in administrative roles at a camp for youth or deaf community
• Experience in the development and delivery of programs and activities for similar population.
• Current instructional certification in program or related experience.
• Current certification in first aid and CPR.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Training and experience in teaching program to adults and children.
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors.
• Knowledge of American Sign Language and Deaf culture.

Physical Aspects of the Position

• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Ability to endure standing for long hours and doing activities such as running, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Operate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
• Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours.

Benefits

• Stipend of $300 a week
• 2 Staff Shirts
• Utilities (electricity, water, trash)
• High-speed internet & Wi-Fi
• Public telephone and videophones
• Training and certifications as appropriate
• Guaranteed one day off a week (More days off possible upon availability)
• On-Site Interpreter, Therapist, and Nurse
• Worker’s Comp
• Free activities during assigned program
• Food as provided during programs
• Vehicles and fuel as provided during programs
• Community bedroom, living room, kitchen, and bathrooms
• Community exercise room
• Shared patio overlooking the creek in the backyard
• Fun and family-style environment
• Honor as an Aspen Camp alumni
• Memories to last a lifetime!

Notes

• This position does not provide medical/dental/vision care, personal transportation, postage, personal meals, personal cell phones, or cable.
• To protect the safety of our participants, team members, and community members, background checks and drug testing will be required of all hired team members. Drug testing will be randomly performed throughout programs.
• To ensure fair storage space for all, temporary team members are limited to one large (30″) suitcase OR one medium suitcase (24″) and one small suitcase (20″) OR three small suitcases (20″).
• Aspen Camp is not responsible for personal items and vehicles. Furthermore, Aspen Camp is not responsible for lost, broken, stolen, or left-behind items.
• Aspen Camp is a non-smoking campus.
• Pets are not allowed for any reason. Properly certified service animals are acceptable and all related expenses are the responsibility of the owner.

To Apply

Submit a letter of application, resume, official transcripts, and three recent professional references to info@aspencamp.org.