Unit Counselor in Payson, Arizona

General Reports To:  Unit Leader

Works directly with campers, ensuring active involvement of campers in program planning and participation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the active involvement of the unit’s campers in the overall camp program through the use of the patrol system, girl planning input, and interest groups.
• Participate in and contribute to the planning of unit and All Camp activities.
• Assume responsibilities for unit program activities as delegated by the Unit Leader.
• Supervise all assigned aspects of the campers’ day including morning wake-up, cabin clean-up, unit program, meal times, rest hour, evening activities, getting ready for bed and after-hours duty.
• Provide assistance to the Unit Leader as requested including acting in her/his absence.
• Participate in pre and post-camp inventory and general clean-up as assigned.
• Develop cabin or unit activity plans with campers as appropriate.
• Guide cabin, unit, patrols and individual girls in successful participation in all aspects of camp activities.
• Instruct campers in established emergency procedures such as fire drills, evacuating the cabin, etc.
• Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem-solving within the camper group.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

Essential FunctionS

• Ability to communicate and work with campers of varying age and skill levels, and provide necessary instructions to campers.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camper supervision.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Minimum 18 years of age.

Desired Qualifications—

• Desire and ability to teach, work and relate successfully with children.
• Training and experience in the supervision of children and/or child development.
• Leadership skills.
• Ability to function as part of a camp staff team.
• Ability to learn and willingness to develop skills in a variety of program activities.
• Ability to think and act calmly in a crisis.
• Demonstrated maturity, sound judgment, integrity and flexibility.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.