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Carmel Valley Athletic Club Summer Camp Counselors will plan and implement a variety of daily enrichment activities including, group and individual activities, arts and crafts, swimming and water play, and fitness and recreation.

This position is responsible for:

• Working directly with an assigned group of approximately 15 children
• Preparing a safe, engaging, and creative learning environment
• Establishing a positive rapport with CVAC members and co-workers
• Acting as a positive adult role model, coach and mentor

Summer Camp Counselor’s ability to establish authority through leadership, communication and most importantly patience, will be required to provide CVAC Summer Camp with the stable and nurturing atmosphere that is necessary for fun.

The Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for planning and implementing summer activities that meet established CVAC requirements. This position is seasonal based upon the summer calendar of June through August and hours may vary based upon job performance as well as the number of youth registered for weekly camp activities.

This position is an in-person, facility-based position and CVAC’s Summer Camp Counselors will be responsible to understand and abide by CVAC policies, procedures, and expectations during this temporary time – including all safety/health recommendations.

• Minimum age 16 years
• Ability to speak and write standard English appropriate to a public-school education setting
• Full vaccination status against the COVID-19 virus
• Ability to create and implement fun and engaging developmentally appropriate activities in the areas of common core, character development, project-based learning, fitness and recreation
• Reliable transportation to and from Summer Camp program sites
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, sit, crouch, bend, talk, hear, swim
• Ability to engage in physical activity with children without limitation
• Ability to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects between 10 and 20 pounds

• At least six months experience working with youth in a classroom, afterschool, or recreational environment preferred
• Ability to develop and implement age-appropriate activities
• Knowledge of developmental needs of school-age children

• This position requires a person who is able to work in a bustling environment, with vivacious energy, many distractions and a great deal of laughter and joy. Supervision of youth members is an integral part of our work. Summer Camp Counselors must be able to plan and implement activities in-person using a variety of resources and tools. Safety is of the utmost of importance, thus planning and preparing is paramount. The duties of a Camp Counselor may frequently call for activities outside in varying weather conditions; employee may be exposed to sunny, wet, or humid conditions outside of their immediate control.

• Leads a group of approximately 15 children in an instructional Summer Camp setting, maintaining high standards for behavior and safety
• Serves as positive adult role model for campers in the program through appropriate dress, speech, attitude, and courtesy
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and ages
• Plans and implements a variety of daily recreational and enrichment activities that align with camp themes for small groups; continually interfacing with campers, volunteers, staff, and parents
• Ability to lead and supervise small and large groups by recognizing potential issues and applying established CVAC procedures and problem-solving methods as needed
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness and apply appropriate behavior management techniques, positive redirection, or appropriate corrective action as necessary in order to support campers in making positive behavior choices
• Identifies camper needs and communicate to Camp Lead or Program Manager
• Leads and supervises camp activities in and out of doors and in pool
• Assists and participates in daily camp activities and may participate in other summer children’s activities scheduled throughout camp
• Maintains cleanliness in all program areas; assist with setup and breakdown during Camp Day and contribute to ongoing efforts to keep Club clean and orderly
• Ensures age-appropriate conversation among campers and staff; promotes good manners and encourage common courtesies among campers and staff
• Evaluates camp daily and suggests improvements, needs, hazards and trends to Camp Lead or Program Manager for further evaluation
• Observes each camper daily and check for sunburn, bruises, cuts, scrapes, rashes or other indications of injury or illness to report to Camp Lead or Program Manager for further evaluation
• Maintains accurate camper attendance records with roll call and continuous camper counts imperative for the health and safety of all campers – administers mandatory roll calls minimally at every rotation, before and after lunch, before, during, and after any scheduled off-site trips
• Responsible for designated group until replacement Camp Counselor arrives – never leave a group unsupervised
• Responsible for immediately reporting and documenting any and all injuries or incidents utilizing established CVAC procedures for notification to Camp Lead or Program Manager
• Demonstrates reliability and punctuality by arriving on-time for scheduled shift

• Maintains a positive, professional, and supportive relationship with Camp Directors, CVAC administration, volunteers and fellow camp staff
• Maintains a positive, professional, and supportive relationship with campers, parents, and the community at large

• During field trips (if scheduled), Camp Counselor is expected to actively work, monitoring CVAC campers at all times
  Camp Counselor is expected to always wear appropriate camp uniform or appropriate swimwear
• Attendance and participation at all required staff meetings/training
• Adherence to all organizational policies and procedures
• Any additional duties related to summer camp as assigned by the Camp Director or CVAC Administration

• $16.50 – $18.50 per hour (based on experience)