Summer Camp Counselor
18 hours ago
Jamaica, Queens
The Summer Camp Counselor plays a critical role in the successful operation of the summer program. The Summer Camp Counselor will: • Ensure the health, safety and well-being of participants in the program, by providing appropriate supervision at all times., • Plan and implement meaningful activities, lesson plans, and special events that are age-appropriate, exciting, challenging, and values based in the areas of arts, STEM, character development, creative expression, community service, physical fitness, and/or nutrition., • Prepare the learning environment, lessons and necessary supplies for program activities., • Assist children with academic enhancement activities., • Work cooperatively with program and school staff., • Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants., • Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences., • Serve as a positive role model for participants., • Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign in/out forms, behavior/incident/accident reports, as appropriate)., • Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas of growth., • Adhere to all Department of Health and funder standards, expectations, and regulations., • Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings and special events., • Other activities and duties as needed that address the ongoing health and well-being of our staff and members., • Follow and maintain sanitary habits in accordance with CDC guidelines, • Monday - Friday between 8:00am - 6:00pm