Camp Counselor/Environment Educator
Phinizy Center for Water Sciences
Augusta, Georgia
Job Type | Temporary |
Salary Details | 10-12 (depending on experience) |
Deadline | May 06, 2024 |
Required Experience | 0 - 1 years |
JOB DETAILS
Seasonal/Full Time: 40 hours per week June 3-28 typically between 8am-4pm M-F, ~25 hours the week of May 28 for set-up/training, and potential hours July 1 week for clean up
Must be available for the entirety of M-F, May 28-June 28 to apply
JOB DUTIES
- Leads, motivates, and ensures the safety of campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities
- Attends camp training to become competent in camp tasks and activities and assists with set-up and clean-up of summer camp
- Leads or assists with before and after care as needed
- Works with Camp Director to train & coordinate summer camp volunteers and assistant counselors
- Acts as a leader for assistant counselor and manages time to allow for teamwork on set-up, leading, and clean-up of activities
- Works with other camp staff members to plan and coordinate camp activities
- Follows all emergency procedures and enforces camp rules, reporting incidents to camp director
- Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper use of camp/education facilities and equipment
- Works all four full weeks of camp
- Leads and assists with all necessary tasks associated with Swamp Explorers Summer Camp
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE
- A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Education, Education, or other related field or high school graduate pursuing a degree in one of these fields
- Experience working with children
- Environmental education and/or camp counseling experience
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES
- Ability to work well in a team setting and set personal high performance and quality standards that enable the team to be successful
- Takes initiative and has a high level of responsibility and accountability
- Effectively communicates orally and in writing with co-workers, supervisors, the public, and all other customers, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities
- Upbeat and engaging with strong public speaking skills
- Ability to work with and manage students of all ages
- Punctual with good time management skills
- An appreciation for and understanding of natural habitats and systems
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, lift, or support the weight of children
- Ability to pass a background check
- First aid and CPR/AED certified by camp start date
Send Cover Letter, Resume, and 3 References to: Camilla.Sherman@phinizycenter.org
For questions, you may also call Camilla at 706-396-1413
When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.
Category | Environmental Education , Outdoor Recreation |