Purdue University West Lafayette , IN 47996
Posted 3 weeks ago
Req Id: 30314
Job Title: BKC Counselor - Student Service
Job Description:
Job Summary
The Boiler Kids Camp Counselor will be responsible for the safety and well-being of campers during camp operational hours. They will assist the Head Counselors, BKC Coordinators, and Assistant Director of Camps with implementing daily activities and games designed to develop social, physical, and intellectual skills.
Pay: $11/hour
Schedule
Camp will take place June 3-July 26, with no camp the week of July 1-5.
Training week: May 28-31, 8am-4pm
Anticipated hours: Up to 35 hours
Shifts will occur Monday-Friday between 7:30am and 5:30pm. Weekly staff meetings will be on Thursdays from 5:30-6:15pm. All vacation time must be submitted before the start of camp.
Qualifications
Valid American Red Cross CPR & AED for the Professional Rescuer, Standard First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens certification or ability to obtain upon hire
Valid Working with Minors Certification through Purdue University or ability to obtain upon hire
Valid Climbing Wall Belay Certification or ability to obtain upon hire
Must be able to attend all training days
Responsibilities/Job Duties
Supervise children ranging from 5 years old to 12 years old in age specific groups throughout the course of the summer
Serve as role models for campers
Actively participate in all camp activities
Encourage campers to participate in all camp activities
Organize and lead small and large group activities
Effectively communicate and collaborate with other counselors
Inform the Coordinators and Assistant Director of Camps of any problems, issues, or concerns
Appropriately respond to and resolve camper behavioral issues
Acknowledge and support staff and campers with unique and differing backgrounds and needs
Knowledge/Skills
Communication skills (campers, parents/guardians, supervisors, co-workers)
Organizational skills (attendance, daily schedule)
Leadership skills, self-starter and takes initiative for the betterment and safety of all campers
Preferred applicants will have experience in youth activities and/or summer camps
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
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Posting Start Date: 4/26/24
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