Junior Counselor - (Only in CT, MN, WA, & WV)

In addition to the qualifications we seek in all volunteers, as outlined on the Volunteer page, the Junior Counselor role has its own set of parameters:

General Responsibility
Assist cabin counselors or activity counselors in their duties

Specific Responsibilities

Work under direction of Camp Director and designated staff as part of camp team
If living in cabin - Assist cabin counselors in supervising all assigned aspects of the campers' day, including wake-up, cabin clean-up, meal times, rest times, getting ready for bed, and nighttime supervision, or assist activity specialists in the coordination of assigned activities
If working in activity area - Assist activity specialists in the coordination of assigned activities
Serve as a good example in personal language, behavior, appearance, rest, and health habits

Essential Functions

Ability to assist cabin counselors or activity specialists with campers in emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, injury)
Ability to assist in maintaining constant supervision of campers when on-duty
Ability to assist in observing camper behavior, assessing its appropriateness and applying appropriate behavior-management techniques as directed
Ability to assist cabin counselors in identifying and responding to environmental and other hazards related to the cabin group

Specific Qualifications

18 years of age and high school graduate or equivalent
Experience working with young people
Ability to put others' needs before own
Strong work ethic
Good character/ability to make difficult decisions in the face of adversity
Ability to relate to adults of all ages, as well as to children
Flexibility and ability to accept supervision and guidance
Good communication skills
Desire and ability to work with children and adults with IBD in a camp setting
Current CPR and First Aid certifications helpful
Be physically able to stand for extended periods of time, walk long distances, carry equipment/supplies, etc., often times in inclement weather