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SUMMER STAFF POSITION DESCRIPTION:
HEAD COUNSELOR
PO Box 95, New York, NY 10028
Phone (212) 737-8258
Fax (917) 591-1757
campstaff@shilohnyc.org
PO Box 95, New York, NY 10028
Phone (212) 737-8258
Fax (917) 591-1757
campstaff@shilohnyc.org
HEAD COUNSELOR:
You will be the captain of the counseling squad! Charged with team building for counseling staff and supporting them in their day to day of camp life with the campers. Here you will navigate conflict resolution and counseling.
General Responsibilities:
Handle certain aspects of camper counseling related to conduct or conflict issues. Work with counseling and program staff to ensure the appropriate process is in place to identify and take action on necessary disciplinary issues.
You will be the captain of the counseling squad! Charged with team building for counseling staff and supporting them in their day to day of camp life with the campers. Here you will navigate conflict resolution and counseling.
General Responsibilities:
Handle certain aspects of camper counseling related to conduct or conflict issues. Work with counseling and program staff to ensure the appropriate process is in place to identify and take action on necessary disciplinary issues.
Ratio: 2 Head Counselors (1 male / 1 female)
Qualifications and Certifications:
• At least 21 years of age, junior college level or higher.
• Strong leadership and organization skills.
• Extensive experience working with children from underserved communities.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• A constant encourager and role model for staff and campers, exhibiting a calm, Christian manner in the midst of camper or staff conflict.
• Willing to work as a team member, ask for help, as well as follow and give directions.
• Able to supervise, relate to, and interact with youth and other staff members of varying ages and abilities in a positive manner.
• Hold (or be willing to acquire) CPR, AED, and First Aid license.
• Leadership experience at residential summer camp or similar environment. Previous experience with Shiloh Ministries is preferred.
• At least 21 years of age, junior college level or higher.
• Strong leadership and organization skills.
• Extensive experience working with children from underserved communities.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• A constant encourager and role model for staff and campers, exhibiting a calm, Christian manner in the midst of camper or staff conflict.
• Willing to work as a team member, ask for help, as well as follow and give directions.
• Able to supervise, relate to, and interact with youth and other staff members of varying ages and abilities in a positive manner.
• Hold (or be willing to acquire) CPR, AED, and First Aid license.
• Leadership experience at residential summer camp or similar environment. Previous experience with Shiloh Ministries is preferred.
Responsible to:
Camp Director/Assistant Camp Director
Specific Responsibilities:
1. Adhere to the policies set forth by New York State and Camp Shiloh as stated in the manual and materials given or revisions thereafter.
2. Attend all training and staff meetings as assigned.
3. Planning and coordination of weekly staff devotionals.
4. Notify Camp Directors of any campers who are subject to being dismissed from camp along with the supporting reasons. Work with Camp Directors should the issue progress further, requiring the camper to be sent home.
5. Immediately speak with the Camp Directors if child abuse is reported or suspected.
6. Maintain written documents on all discipline issues brought to the Head Counselor and submit copies to the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director.
7. Arrive to the Celebration Center early for meal times to help supervise campers.
8. Assist with cleaning the Celebration Center after breakfast.
9. Lead staff Huddle Ups and Teach/facilitate daily Bible class and Close Encounters.
10. Be available during rest time to assist counselors and campers if needed.
11. Present for Celebration, Snack, boys/girls activity, boys/girls swim, evening activity (assist activities director if needed), Camper Huddle Downs, and supervise boys/girls cabins until lights out.
1. Adhere to the policies set forth by New York State and Camp Shiloh as stated in the manual and materials given or revisions thereafter.
2. Attend all training and staff meetings as assigned.
3. Planning and coordination of weekly staff devotionals.
4. Notify Camp Directors of any campers who are subject to being dismissed from camp along with the supporting reasons. Work with Camp Directors should the issue progress further, requiring the camper to be sent home.
5. Immediately speak with the Camp Directors if child abuse is reported or suspected.
6. Maintain written documents on all discipline issues brought to the Head Counselor and submit copies to the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director.
7. Arrive to the Celebration Center early for meal times to help supervise campers.
8. Assist with cleaning the Celebration Center after breakfast.
9. Lead staff Huddle Ups and Teach/facilitate daily Bible class and Close Encounters.
10. Be available during rest time to assist counselors and campers if needed.
11. Present for Celebration, Snack, boys/girls activity, boys/girls swim, evening activity (assist activities director if needed), Camper Huddle Downs, and supervise boys/girls cabins until lights out.
Work Conditions:
Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, swimming, team building initiatives, building campfires, physical games, and activities.
Must be capable of carrying loads of up to 90 pounds and able to traverse hilly and uneven terrain without undue exertion.
Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
Perform essential program support to camp activities and programs which may include, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground, overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.
Must have the ability to physically manage and support children when needed for safety in general camp activities (child weighing 50 - 200 pounds).
Ability to perform a variety of tasks outdoors in different climates.
Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, swimming, team building initiatives, building campfires, physical games, and activities.
Must be capable of carrying loads of up to 90 pounds and able to traverse hilly and uneven terrain without undue exertion.
Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
Perform essential program support to camp activities and programs which may include, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground, overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.
Must have the ability to physically manage and support children when needed for safety in general camp activities (child weighing 50 - 200 pounds).
Ability to perform a variety of tasks outdoors in different climates.
STIPEND:
$350+ per week depending on experience. Meals, housing and transportation are provided.