Senior Camp Counselor - Riverhead, NY

This position will serve as a Senior Camp Counselor for the DPF 4-H Camp, a residential summer camp owned and operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Nassau County, located in Riverhead, New York. The primary responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to: assisting with weekly program design and implementation of all the DPF 4-H Camp programs and activities, and providing overall supervision and direction to assigned Junior Camp Counselors and youth participating in camp programs and activities. This position accepts and performs all position duties outlined in this position description, and performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned and deemed appropriate by the DPF 4-H Camp Director and/or Camp Specialist. (NOTE: This position includes cabin responsibilities.)

    

Required Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications (will train and assist with re-certifications if necessary).
• Must have at least one (1) program life skill suitable for camp program area.
• Desire, ability and willingness to work and live in a camp community and to reside at DPF 4-H Camp, Riverhead, NY (including overnights) the entire time 4-H Camp is in session.
• Ability to work flexible hours which will include evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to supervisor program counselors, junior counselors, and make scheduling assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multi-faceted recreation program of teaching skills setting up intramural and inter-camp activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in officiating team and individual activities and the ability to teach these skills to staff and campers of all ages.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain recreation areas and equipment.
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to one’s peer group.
• Demonstrated ability to accept guidance and supervision.
• Good character, integrity and adaptability. Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Program Responsibilities - 85%

• Represent the DPF 4-H Camp in initial contact with parents and campers on opening day of each session, making every effort to make campers and parents feel comfortable and welcome.
• Assist other cabin counselors in supervision of 6-16 campers in cabin. See to their safety and well-being at all times.
• Provide supervision of campers during all meals, recreation time, free time, free swim, evening, weekend programs and other camp activities.
• Provide to all campers the opportunity to participate in all camp activities, and assist Camp Director, Program Director, and Area Program Coordinators in providing support for these activities.
• Cooperate with Coordinators, Directors and other Counselors in the development and implementation of all DPF 4-H camp activities, including afternoon, special programs, evening and weekend activities.
• Utilize research-based 4-H curriculum for program planning and delivery.
• Be a positive role model and ensure that both counselor and camper behaviors are consistent with camp standards.
• Teach all classes as directed by the Area Program Coordinators and Camp Director.
• Assist in the implementation of special programs including afternoon, evening and weekend activities.
• Assist in distributing award recognition and participation certificates to campers when earned.
• Review weekly camp medical bulletins, and stay aware of special medical requirements of campers you are helping to supervise.
• Ensure all special needs are met (i.e. medications, individual needs).
• Provide support for individual campers who have difficulty adjusting to campers and/or camp life.

Administrative Responsibilities - 10%

• Enforce all camp health and safety standards, keeping campers safe at all times.
• Supervise assigned Jr. Counselors.
• Assist campers in scheduling classes, and following the daily camp schedule.
• Complete daily report forms.
• Cooperate and assist Coordinators, Directors and other Counselors in the coordination of all DPF 4-H Camp activities, including afternoon, special programs, evening and weekend activities.
• Assist Program Coordinators in monitoring progress of classes.
• Maintain records on all instructional classes, including lesson plans.
• Assist in maintaining and inspecting program equipment, supplies, and program sites, (including daily and end of season inventory) to ensure they are in good condition and are in safe working order.
• Assist in the daily upkeep of camp facilities.
• Assist in helping Program Area Coordinators organize their respective areas.
• Keep all Coordinators, Senior Counselors, and Directors updated with pertinent information.
• Assist in the evaluation of the current camping season, and make suggestions for the next camping season.
• Perform other duties as assigned and/or reassigned as directed/required by the Camp Director.

 Professional Improvement - 5%

• Attend DPF 4-H Camp orientation/training program, and participate in staff meetings and required training events as scheduled.
• In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety-Applied to all duties and functions.

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

POSITION DETAILS:

This is an exempt, full-time position, 100% FTE. The salary will range from $3,300 to $4,000 commensurate with experience.

Pay Rate Type:  Salary

HOW TO APPLY:

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Applicants need to attach/upload a resume to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. In the “Experience” section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the “Drop Files Here” box to manually drag document(s) into your application. Once the application is submitted you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) document for additional guidance.

Internal Applicants: Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) document for additional guidance.

Contact Erika at [email protected] with questions.

Sponsorship for employment visa status is not available for this position.

  

Job Title:

Association Tmp Camp Couns Sr

Level:

No Grade - Annual

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Company:

Contact Name:

Jerilynn Cross

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

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