Program Counselor

Responsible for supporting and/or facilitating large and small group camp activities for campers, such as imaginative play, splash day, sports, games, outdoor education, and arts and crafts. Responsible for the general safety and well-being of the campers. Act as role models of respect and citizenship toward campers, colleagues, and the community. Does this position require Patient Care? N

Essential Functions:

Plan, lead, and take part in various indoor and outdoor activities
-Create a fun and safe environment for all kids.
-Continuously assess the safety of camp spaces and equipment and report any issues with equipment, facility, or behavior to the program manager.
-Communicate with parents and guardians daily- getting to know them by name and keeping them abreast of their child's afternoon.
-Provide accurate information to parents and guardians in regard to ongoing and upcoming youth programs, aquatics, and supervised youth and adult sports.
-Distribute and collect any necessary paperwork or notifications to parents and guardians.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials
Heart Saver CPR AED - American Heart Association (AHA) required First Aid Certification - Data Conversion - Various Issuers required within first 90 days of hire

Experience
Previous experience supervising children 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong customer service skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to relate to and communicate with one's peer group, parents, as well as to campers' age and skill levels.
- Must be friendly and outgoing with an enthusiasm for children's programming.
- Must possess exemplary interpersonal skills.
- Must have time and organizational skills.

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.