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Martis Camp Camp Counselor (Summer 2025) in Truckee, California
POSITION SUMMARY :
If you're someone who absolutely loves working with kids and is ready to make this summer the best one yet, we want you on our team! Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure as a Camp Counselor! You'll lead the charge in creating a positive and fun environment for our Summer Camp activities. Your focus will be on the safety, fun, and development of a group of 6 to 10 campers, aged 4 to 15 , for outdoor nature-based and interest-based specialty youth camps . But that's not all - you'll also be supporting all Family Barn operations, programs, activities, and special events.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :
Love the outdoors, positive environments and kids!
Responsible for the general safety, development, growth, and skill achievement of campers
Encourage, engage and implement program curriculum, activities, and experiences.
Maintain a level of professionalism while encouraging fun, silliness, and a positive camp environment of inclusion for all campers.
Be a positive and engaging ambassador to the camp programs and barn team
Closely supervise children during all activities ,including lunch, field trips, and walking to and from event,s knowing where all members of your group are always
Meet and communicate with parents and guardians during check-in and check-out
Ensure the safety of the facility and equipment during your preparation for all activities
Ensure that all camp locations are clean and free of all trash before leaving for the day
Ensure that every child leaves with an authorized person as indicated by camper check-in and check-out forms provided
Be willing and prepared to help any outside vendor or instructor with their program
Report and document all emergency or injury situations to the Youth Programs Manager and/or Family Activities Coordinator
Maintain constant and open communication with the Youth Programs Coordinator and the Family Activities Coordinator, fellow counselors, and other ambassadors
Attend all trainings and meetings
Provide support for all daily Family Barn operations
Performing other appropriate tasks as assigned, while maint aining professional composure
Be drug and alcohol-free while on property and during hours of employment
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS :
Ability to interact and develop positive relationships within the organization.
Maintain high ethical and moral standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Fantastic interpersonal and guest service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
CPR Certified preferred
16 years old or older
Outdoor experience is a plus
Experiences working with children is a plus
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND LICENSES :
First Aid/CPR/AED preferred (course may be available upon hire)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (with or without accommodations)
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to communicate effectively in a collaborative work environment utilizing various technologies such as telephone, computer, web, voice, teleconferencing, e-mail, etc.
Ability to sit for up to 3 hours at a time
Ability to be exposed to sun and other outdoor elements for up to 3 hours at a time
Ability to walk and stand up to 3 hours at a time
Ability to run, jump, and swim
Ability to safely bend, kneel, twist, grip, and carry as part of the above duties
Wages: $21.50 - $23.50 per hour
*Martis Camp Club is an equal-opportunity employer.
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