Youth Programs Summer Camp Counselor
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Centers
- West Chester, PA
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Supervise and interact with children to promote educationally and developmentally-stimulating programs and activities
- Direct children during classroom time, outdoor play, and transportation time
- Follow state licensing standards for child care
- Communicate with children using a style that builds relationships and promotes teamwork
- Deliver outstanding service to our members, guests and fellow team members with friendliness and a pleasant demeanor
- Promote the safety and security of all children at all times
- Ensure group rotations happen smoothly and effectively
- Maintain visual presence during work shifts and be responsible for assigned areas
- Communicate program policies and expectations to students and/or parents to ensure a high level of safety and service at all times
- Maintain supervision appropriate to student-to-counselor ratios and always be within sight and sound of campers
- Assist with group/classroom management
- Assist with creating and planning daily activities and actively participate in all planned activities
- Ensure assigned classroom or area is properly cleared and cleaned up at the end of the program per state standards
- Must be able to stand, move, walk, and bend for the duration of a shift
- Must be able to physically respond in a quick manner in the event of an emergency
- Must be able to fully participate in all indoor and outdoor activities
- Must be able to work professionally and calmly in an environment which may have heightened noise and stress
- Must be able to work in warm, humid, rainy or windy outdoor conditions
- Must have ability and willingness to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- High School Diploma recommended, Bachelor's degree preferred
- Classes in Childhood education and development may serve in lieu of Bachelor's degree as long as classes satisfy state licensing standards
- Must be able to commit to work the summer camp season (June 10th - August 23rd)
- Prior working experience and knowledge of state licensing standards highly desired
- Prior experience with youth programming and/or summer camp programs highly desired
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook
- Park in team member designated areas
- Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep club neat and clean
- Secure appropriate shift coverage if requesting time off for work
- Be a reliable team member who is consistently working scheduled hours, including arriving on time for shift
- Assist with Service Days
- Willingness to assist with acac programs, special events, or activities outside your department
- When supervisor or team members calls or emails, promptly return contact
- Exhibit a positive attitude at all times
- Deliver outstanding service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, a pleasant demeanor at all times