Job Description
Hat Creek Camp’s overnight camp counselors are one of our campers’ favorite parts of summer! We provide a home away from home where our counselors are free to stretch their comfort zone, grow in ways they never knew possible, and discover the joy of summer camp.
Our counselors have the unique opportunity to foster community with their cabin group by offering support and intentional daily reflection.
Every week is different at camp and our counselors provide creativity, pizzazz, and laughter to our camp community.
Hat Creek Camp provides counselors the opportunity to grow their skills in group management, age-appropriate programming, and safety and supervision.
Counselors will undergo a three-week training in preparation for summer camp.
The training encompasses protocols and procedures as well as games, bonding, and goofiness.
Counselors are guided and supervised by the Camp Director and Programming Coordinator.
Our staff form close, lifelong friendships that last long after summer camp is over.
Join a team that is committed to constantly improving our outstanding programs and creating an excellent experience for kids!
Responsibilities
Create a positive a safe community for staff and campers
Provide overnight supervision to Hat Creek summer campers
Facilitate and participate in all summer camp programming
Be able to work collaboratively and in a timely manner during program delivery
Maintain knowledge of camp schedule, programs, protocols, and procedures
Lead and encourage mealtime efficiency
Learn and facilitate large group camp songs, games, and skits
Clean cabins, inventory program supplies, and participate in debriefs(processing) after each program
Required Qualifications
A passion for working with children and making a difference
Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification before start date
Participate and successfully complete required pre-summer camp training
Willingness to get outside of your comfort zone and try new things, such as being 30 feet off the ground on a challenge course
Ability to take initiative, work collaboratively, and have a positive attitude
Leadership experience or experience working with kids
Ability to work Sunday-Friday for 8 weeks
Ability to pass a background check
Minimum 18 years old
Compensation and Benefits
Starting salary of $275 per week depending on experience
Meals will be provided while summer programming is taking place at camp and during training
Lodging throughout employment
Paid training
Home-base for living, working, and exploring in beautiful central Virginia
Employment with an innovative company focused on improving the lives of others
How to Apply
Please visit hatcreekcamp.
org to apply online
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