Counselor
Adventure Day Camp (ADC), a seven-week day camp for children entering K-6th grade, is part of Campus Recreation at the University of Vermont. ADC strives to provide quality programs for young children and adolescent youth that foster learning, respect, social skills development, community living, and emotional growth in a safe, fun, physically active, and challenging environment.
- Supervisor -Â Head Counselor (specific person depends on group)
- Pay Rate -Â $11.00/hour with a maximum $.25/year increase (maximum $11.75/hour)
- Number of Positions Available -Â Twelve (12)
- General Responsibilities -Â The Counselor is a seasonal position (40 hours/week from mid-June to early August) that directly supervises campers and assists in the instruction of camp activities.
- Specific Responsibilities
- Supervise assigned campers in one of the following groups:
- Rangers (K-1st grade)
- Trailblazers (2nd-3rd grade)
- Vikings (4th-6th grade)
- Assist activity leaders in the set-up, instruction, and clean-up of specific camp activities
- Attend all required meetings and trainings
- Adhere to all policies and procedures stated in the employee manual
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers
- Conduct regular participation counts
- Escort campers between activities, in locker rooms, during lunches, and on various breaks throughout the day
- Create an inclusive, non-threatening environment through the use of teambuilding and other engaging activities
- Act as a positive role model for campers
- Administer camper disciplinary procedures, when warranted
- Plan and prepare daily equipment needs
- Submit all required paperwork to the appropriate head counselor
- Communicate any problems or concerns to the appropriate head counselor
- Keep group check-in/out area clean and in a neat, orderly fashion at all times
- Other duties as assigned by the director or assistant director
- Requirements:
- Current CPR/AED & first aid certifications (offered at staff training)
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Applications open January 2018
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