Cabin Counselor- Astrocamp

$26,780 - $26,780/Yr

Astrocamp - Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA

About the position

The Cabin Counselor position at AstroCamp is a temporary summer role focused on providing a supportive and engaging environment for campers. Counselors will live alongside campers, guiding them through daily activities, fostering emotional and social growth, and ensuring their well-being. This role emphasizes personal development, teamwork, and the creation of lasting memories for both campers and counselors.

Responsibilities

• Learn the names and likes/dislikes of your campers.
• Be knowledgeable about the needs of campers including special diets, eating habits, etc.
• Assure the cleanliness of dorms and areas daily.
• Counsel campers when necessary.
• Create a cohesive bond within the camper group.
• Supervise and participate in recreation programs, keeping control of the group.
• Adhere to safety rules and company policies and procedures for the well-being of the campers and staff.
• Assist groups with programs, including lifeguarding and conducting hikes.
• Assist with meal supervision of food services, including set up and clean up.
• Sit with the campers during meals.
• Assist with group arrival and departure procedures as assigned.
• Respond to emergency situations when necessary.
• Assist with other departments when required, including additional cleaning duties.

Requirements

• Must have completed one full year of college or equivalent experience.
• Must be at least two years older than the oldest camper age group (oldest camper=17 years old).
• Past experience working with children, formally or informally.
• Strong communication and human relations skills.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred (not required).
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance and assist in activities where needed.
• Desire to live and work in a remote camp community.
• Desire to work with children and ability to supervise them in related activities.
• Good character, integrity, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
• Must be fully immunized including the COVID-19 vaccine prior to the start of camp.

Nice-to-haves

• Certification in first aid and CPR (preferred)
• Previous experience as a camp counselor or in a similar role.

Benefits

• Housing
• Full meals at the camp dining hall when the kitchen is in operation.
• Workers compensation insurance and state disability insurance.
• Ability to participate in camp programs.
• Opportunity to live and work in a beautiful outdoor environment.