What are the responsibilities and job description for the WildeCamp Counselor at The Wilds position at Columbus Zoo Family of Parks?
Overview
This position will be from 5/28/2024 to 8/7/2024.WildeCamp Counselors are educators and counselors for the summer camp program at The Wilds. WildeCamp is a residential camp experience for children ages 8-18. Counselors spend weeklong periods, of up to six days, living at the camp facility with the campers. During these camp sessions, counselors work as a team to care for campers. Daily routines include teaching educational lessons, leading outdoor activities (swimming, fishing, canoeing, hiking, etc.), and creating fun and memorable opportunities for every child.
Responsibilities
- Lead education programs to people of all ages – especially focused on ages 8-18 years old for WildeCamp’s mission.
- Create fun and memorable opportunities for all program participants.
- Attend virtual trainings during the Spring (dates will be sent out upon selection of applicants)
- Attend in-person onboarding and first aid training (5/28/2024-6/3/2024).
- Drive school bus on Wilds’ property (will train as needed).
- Stay overnight at Wilds with campers for weeklong periods, of up to six days, five nights.
- Make safety a priority and maintain health records for campers.
- Supervise outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, archery, and swimming.
- Clean and prepare Education Camp for campers. This includes daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning the shower house/restrooms, sweeping yurts, and maintaining the kitchen/dining area.
- Monitor food safety including food temperatures, storage, and transportation.
- Maintain hiking trails and outdoor spaces at Education Camp.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of two years of college-level coursework completed in related field (education, science, etc.) or equivalent experience
- Experience with school age children
- Comfortable in and on the water, able to hike long distances, and willing to supervise and participate in outdoor recreational activities
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
- All staff must be prepared to spend weeklong periods living at The Wilds
- Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures including but not limited to safety protocols
- Ability to work together with a team, and contribute to the positive and inclusive culture of camp
- Possession of a state issued motor vehicles operator’s license and a good driving record
- Must be willing to be trained to drive school bus while on Wilds’ property
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude in sometimes stressful situations
- Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
- Ability to provide excellent guest service by positively interacting with guests
- Current First Aid and CPR certification required (training will be offered)
- Current Lifeguard Certification is optional and compensated at $15/hr during swimming/canoeing.
- Ability to successfully complete a criminal history background check annually
Starting weekly Stipend at $520.00
Salary : $15