Jobs in Gonzales, LA

About the role

The main function of the Counselor-in-Training is to assist Camp Director, Camp Leadership and Counselors with certain summer camp duties during summer camp. This is a volunteer, un-paid position . CIT's earn Service Hours that may be applied to required service hours for school, church, Scouts, clubs and organizations. CIT's who perform well are considered for rehire in a paid counselor position the following year. Position Availability: End of May through the first week of August. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: • Engage campers in all scheduled activities. • Follow a daily schedule as directed by a supervisor or Camp Director. • Assist with breakfast, lunch and snacks. • Help supervise campers on all field trips. • Help take a head count and call roll before each departure from camp and each departure from field trips. • Help assist the counselors with activities as directed. • Engage campers in scheduled activities; motivate and encourage participation. • Help organize group for on-campus events and arrive on time for all events. • Report all camper illness or injuries and treat with first aid as needed. • Assist in the dismissal of campers. • Escort campers to aftercare, bus area, or carpool according to dismissal procedures. • Assist with camp cleaning as directed by group leader or Camp Director. Other Duties and Responsibilities: • Required to follow all rules, regulations and procedures listed in the Counselor Handbook. • Required to attend assigned orientations, trainings, and set-ups prior to the beginning of camp. • Be prepared to work in different areas of camp, working with a group, kitchen, clean-up, arts/crafts, assisting in the office. • Understand that you will be evaluated every week during camp. Physical Demands & Working Conditions: Must be physically and mentally able to meet the challenges of navigating and working in destination-based facilities. Reporting and Relationships: The Counselor-in-Training of a Kidcam Camp reports to their direct Supervisor, and the Director. Extent of Public Contact: • Greet parents in the morning. • Open car doors during carpool. • Maintain a professional attitude when attending off-and on-campus field trips. • Maintain a positive rapport with campers, parents, camp Director, and all other camp location personnel. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Experience working with children or groups of children. • Must be willing to work well in a team environment. • Must be willing to be fully engaged with campers in various activities. Key Competencies: • Age: 14 • A problem solver! You think fast on your feet and prioritize quickly. • Ability to remain optimistic. • Ability to remain calm under pressure. • Flexible & creative to the ever-changing world of summer camp. • Patient & Responsible • Have a positive attitude & work well with others. • Willingness to ask for help when needed from supervisor and director with a willingness to grow and expand your skills and experience. • Looking to acquire skills to take you to the next level, whether it is college/career.

What you'll bring

• Experience working with children or groups of children.
• Must be willing to work well in a team environment.
• Must be willing to be fully engaged with campers in various activities.
• Age: 14
• A problem solver!
• You think fast on your feet and prioritize quickly.
• Ability to remain optimistic.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Flexible & creative to the ever-changing world of summer camp.
• Patient & Responsible
• Have a positive attitude & work well with others.
• Willingness to ask for help when needed from supervisor and director with a willingness to grow and expand your skills and experience.