- This position assists children the basic techniques of low/high ropes, and archery. Must be able to pass the certifications for high ropes, low ropes, and archery as well as CPR/FA. This position is responsible to ensure safe spotting of campers participating in the ropes activities.
- Strictly enforce the safety guidelines. Ensures the upkeep of assigned activity area, confirming that all areas are safe and well maintained. Ensures that all equipment is well maintained and safe for use. Report any malfunctions or potentially dangerous conditions of equipment. Maintain the archery tackle, bows, arrows, targets, etc., keeping the closet and target area neat and organized Facilitates the upkeep of assigned activity area, ensuring that all areas are safe and well maintained.
- Develop and write lesson plans with clear goals that are clearly tied to the activity focus area and are intentional in purpose. Develop and lead activities for the activity focus area that are creative, dynamic, fun and safe for campers of all ages and abilities.
- Works closely with staff to adapt activities so each participant is able to fully engage. Outfits participants with correct safety equipment, makes adjustments, and properly attaches equipment per certification training.
- Works with the Director, Melwood Recreation Center, Program Director, Camps and Retreats, Day Camp Manager and Challenge Course/Adventure Supervisor to develop new activities and programs that are inclusive and therapeutic for participants of all abilities. Assist the Director, MRC,PD, Day Camp Manager, Challenge Course/Adventure Supervisor and other staff in the coordination and facilitation of programs for all camp participants.
- Create a positive nurturing environment to encourage children to participate in new activities. Mentor children to be their best selves.
Required
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Willing to assist where needed.
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Ability to be a self starter.
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Ability to support diverse staff and special needs children.
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Ability to multitask and follow directions.
Preferred
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Experience with personal care, grooming, dressing bathroom monitoring.
Preferred
Preferred
Required
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Preferred
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Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
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Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
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Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
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Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Preferred
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Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
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Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
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Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)