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Camp Counselor/Environmental Educator

Deadline:
Employer:
Phinizy Center for Water Sciences

Job Field:
Fisheries
Forestry
Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management
Water and Soil Resources
Wildlife
Other
Job Type:
Seasonal, Temporary, Internship
Location:
Georgia
Location Detail:
Augusta, Georgia
Job Description:

Position type: Seasonal, Full-time

Hours: 40 hours per week June 3-28 typically between 8am-4pm M-F, ~25 hours the week of May 28 for set-up/training, and potential hours July 1 week for clean up

Must be available for the entirety of M-F, May 28-June 28 to apply

Closing Date: May 6th, 2024 or when positions fill

Age Requirement: 18 years old and up

 

JOB DUTIES

• Leads, motivates, and ensures the safety of campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities

• Attends camp training to become competent in camp tasks and activities and assists with set-up and clean-up of summer camp

• Leads or assists with before and after care as needed

• Works with Camp Director to train & coordinate summer camp volunteers and assistant counselors

• Acts as a leader for assistant counselor and manages time to allow for teamwork on set-up, leading, and clean-up of activities

• Works with other camp staff members to plan and coordinate camp activities

• Follows all emergency procedures and enforces camp rules, reporting incidents to camp director

• Cleans, maintains, and ensures proper use of camp/education facilities and equipment

• Works all four full weeks of camp

• Leads and assists with all necessary tasks associated with Swamp Explorers Summer Camp

Qualifications:

DESIRABLE JOB PREREQUISITES:

Education/Training/Experience:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Education, Education, or other related field or high school graduate pursuing a degree in one of these fields

• Experience working with children

• Environmental education and/or camp counseling experience

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to work well in a team setting and set personal high performance and quality standards that enable the team to be successful

• Takes initiative and has a high level of responsibility and accountability

• Effectively communicates orally and in writing with co-workers, supervisors, the public, and all other customers, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities

• Upbeat and engaging with strong public speaking skills

• Ability to work with and manage students of all ages

• Punctual with good time management skills

• An appreciation for and understanding of natural habitats and systems

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

• Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, lift, or support the weight of children

• Ability to pass a background check

• First aid and CPR/AED certified by camp start date

Salary:
$10-$12/hr (Depending on experience)

How to Apply:

Send Cover Letter, Resume, and 3 References to: Camilla.Sherman@phinizycenter.org

For questions, you may also call Camilla at 706-396-1413

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