Position SummaryResponsible for supervising campers and assisting in recreational activities, implementing camp programs (including chaperoning specialty camps, field trips, physical activities, daily living skills, health, safety and events).ResponsibilitiesAssisting recreational activities for childrenLead small or large groups on crafts, games and various other camp exercisesMonitor campers to identify and respond to unruly behavior or deviations from camp guidelinesFollow policies for the safety of campers, equipment, and personal propertyAct as a role model for campers in activities requiring cleanliness, punctuality, and sportsmanshipMediate disputes or conflicts between campers to ensure a peaceful environmentParticipate in singing, storytelling, and sporting activitiesEducation and TrainingPrevious experience working with children preferredKnowledge of sports, arts, or crafts is also necessary for the positionLeadership skill: ability to direct and coordinate children during summer camp tripPhysical DemandsFrequently stands and uses hands; reaches with hands and arms, talks or hearsRegularly walks, sits, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crawls or crouchesRegularly lifts up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lifts up to 50 poundsOccasionally works in outdoor weather conditions; noise level is moderate. Certificates/LicensesNone RequiredJob Knowledge, Skill, and Ability PreferencesAbility to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job.