Activity Counselor

Kamp Kiwanis, in upstate New York, offers a unique Kamp experience for campers ages 8-14, a CIT/Teen program for teens ages 15-17 and for adults with high functioning special needs ages 18+. The child program at Kamp is designed to mainstream all kampers including up to 20 each session with special needs. We want our Kampers to explore the world through environmental and cultural activities while respecting the rights and dignity of all kampers and staff. Kampers and staff work together to build self-esteem and cooperative peer relationships. Kamp Kiwanis offers a special place for self-discovery, laughter, fun and personal growth. Through small group interactions, kampers have the opportunity to learn more about themselves and others as well as increase their self-confidence. By offering positive role models and challenging activities, we foster kampers’ development of new skills and respect for the community.

SUMMARY
Activity Counselors are responsible for developing and implementing a variety of engaging activities in their assigned program area (Arts & Crafts, Nature, Music Dance Drama, Sports),  and maintaining organization of the program space. Activity Counselors will also be scheduled to help facilitate support and time off for General Counselors and may be assigned a group of campers when needed. All counselors are responsible for
maintaining safety and supervision of each camper, being positive role models for campers, establishing a relationship with each camper and working towards the goal of group cohesiveness. In addition, counselors must have an understanding and willingness to abide by the camp’s philosophy, mission and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
➢ Pre-Camp Responsibilities
o Participation at all sessions of Staff Training
o Participation at all Unit and Staff meetings
o Ability to ask for assistance as needed from leadership staff
o Prepare a variety of engaging activities pertaining to assigned program area.
o Develop strong leadership skills including the ability to be a problem solver
o Develop appropriate discipline measures for campers
➢ Supervision
o Responsible for the safety of camper groups while at program area on a daily basis and during all
camp activities
o Establish a positive rapport & understanding of each individual camper
o Must model expected behaviors and participation to campers
o Take an active role in maintaining the cleanliness of the camp community
➢ Programming
o Create a well-rounded creative weekly schedule with the input of campers
o Plan age-appropriate group activities for open activity periods
o Participate in development & implementation of weekly Unit programs
o Implement activities that will encourage group cohesion
o Develop weekly plans for electives
o Active participation for camp-wide special events
o Be prepared to fill transition times and downtime with short activities to keep campers engaged
➢ Administrative Duties
o Understand and accept the Camp’s philosophy and objectives and work towards its fulfillment

o Participation at all staff meetings
o Completion of written materials as requested, such as:
▪ Accurate daily attendance
▪ Weekly schedule
▪ Requisitions for materials requested
▪ Accurate daily lunch and snack counts

HOURS
Typical working hours will be approximately Sunday 12PM to Friday 12PM for adult sessions and 12PM to Saturday 12PM for child sessions, dependent on final departure of campers and other duties. Breaks and time off will be provided. Season approximately June 15-August 16.

COMPENSATION
Salary starting at $475/wk depending on experience and qualifications.

TO APPLY
Complete application online at: https://kampkiwanis.campbrainstaff.com or email resume and cover letter to hiring@kampkiwanis.org.

Kamp Kiwanis
9020 Kiwanis Rd, Taberg, NY 13471
(315) 336-4568
hiring@kampkiwanis.org