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Outdoors Head Counselor
Location:
Falls Church, VA
Description:
Head Counselor (Onsite) Baroody Camps with VA Outside Job Summary: Love the outdoors and working with kids? We have the job for you! Baroody Camps with Virginia Outside is offering outdoor adventures for kids ages 6 to 15 and we are hiring for Head Counselors to help kids learn and have fun! Do you love to hike, mountain bike, fish, camp and kayak? Then we're for you! Lead a group of 12 kids to find their outdoor passion and learn skills to enjoy it for life! Stay in shape while you work. Practice your favorite exercise like fishing, biking and hiking while teaching kids to appreciate the outdoors. You will share your expertise with campers by preparing equipment and supplies for the week's camp program, driving campers in the camp van daily and spend the day at the most beautiful lakes, trails and parks in Virginia. Applicants must be comfortable working outside, work well in groups as well as be responsible, adaptive, and outgoing. Flexible hours, competitive pay, and a fun work environment! Our Day Camps operate mid June-September. Counselors generally work Mon-Fri, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM with frequent weekend work opportunities as well. Positions are open in Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria and Falls Church! We provide opportunities to manage and teach kids during our camps. We are looking for individuals who are interested in teaching elementary school children in various activities including (but not limited to) art, science, building and sports. Flexible week shifts - only full day options available *will be scheduled weekly and hours range at about 45 hours per week *must be available for the full week of camp Responsibilities and Duties: Enjoy physical fitness! (e.g. standing for long periods of time, lifting/carrying gear like kayaks, hiking/walking/biking, riding over challenging uneven surfaces and working in all types of weather conditions - high heat and rain.) Build and develop positive, caring and appropriate relationships with campers. Treat all campers fairly with kindness, dignity and respect Managing a small group of kids by taking attendance and accounting for them at all times Ensure children's safety, manage children's behavior and act as a role model while participating with campers in all daily activities Facilitate age-appropriate activities for elementary school aged children activities that give children a sense of accomplishment that comes from mastering techniques and completing projects Use group management skills to engage all children in daily activities (i.e. signals to get attention, positive feedback, model positive attitude about projects, conflict resolution, etc.) Prepare materials needed for activities, clean up after the activities Option to create and design activities for elementary school aged children (optional) For in person camp options - additional safety and cleaning precautions must be taken Expectations: Arrive on time each day Manage kids safely Complete activities in a safe but fun and exciting manner Communicate directly with Site Director or Manager Complete all mandatory training and orientation Qualifications and Skills: Must be eligible to work in the United States Must be 21 years or older Experience in any of the following areas: fishing, mountain biking, hiking, kayaking/canoeing, outdoor/survival skills, earth science, ecology, ropes courses Experience working with children (preferred) Experience driving a van and/or trailer Flexibility and willingness to adapt to different situations Works well under pressure Must have reliable transportation Training: CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, provided On the job training, provided Baroody Camps is an equal employment opportunity employer and is a safe and drug-free workplace. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Company:
Baroody Camps
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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Outdoors Head Counselor is a Social Services Counselor Job at Baroody Camps located in Falls Church VA. Find other listings like Outdoors Head Counselor by searching Oodle for Social Services Counselor Jobs.
Outdoors Head Counselor is a Social Services Counselor Job at Baroody Camps located in Falls Church VA. Find other listings like Outdoors Head Counselor by searching Oodle for Social Services Counselor Jobs.