Job Description
Marvin's is a division of campers ages 6 - 21 with Special Needs. The main object of a camp counselor is to ensure the safety, well-being and over all camp experience of your campers is held to the highest standard.
As a counselor, you would be working in a group of campers (number varies) alongside 1 to 2 additional counselors. Your role would be to:
- Supervise the group
- Organize and facilitate activities
- Encourage camper involvement
- Identify and respond to camper behavioral issues and needs
- Safeguard campers well-being
Additionally, you will be asked to: - Attend training and orientation prior to the start of camp
- Keep open communication between staff and Director
- Communicate with co-counselor to manage the group
EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL SKILLS: - 16 years of age or older
- Experience working with children/at a camp
- Experience with the Special Needs population (not required but preferred)
- Ability to communicate, organize, facilitate and carry out daily routines
- Fun, energetic and eager to participate
Camp dates are from July 7 - August 22, including a 3-5 days of orientation beforehand
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $40.00 - $92.00 per day
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Updated Medical
- Working Papers if under 18
Work Location: In person Jewish Community Center of Staten Island
Job Tags
Temporary work, Work experience placement, Summer work, Monday to Friday,