Summer Camp Program Counselor

Description:

WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.

We are looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team as Camp Counselors for our 2024 Summer Day Camp Program at Northville Elementary in Northville, NY. As a Camp Counselor, you'll lead campers on a journey of fun, friendship, and adventure.

HOURS:

July 8th-Aug 9th: 12pm-4pm M-W, 9am-4pm Fr

Aug 12th-Aug 23: M-F 9am-4pm

JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt

PAY: $15.00/hour

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Activity Extraordinaire:

• Assist with hands-on activities and exploration!
• Get creative with games, challenges, and scavenger hunts that keep kids on their toes.

Friendship Architect:

• Create a supportive and inclusive environment where campers feel like they belong.
• Encourage teamwork, cooperation, and lots of high-fives!

Master of Fun & Games:

• Organize epic camp-wide events like talent shows, themed parties, and crazy costume contests.
• Show off your arts and crafts skills with DIY projects and creative workshops.

Safety Superhero:

• Keep a watchful eye on campers to ensure their safety during all activities.
• Be prepared to handle any bumps, bruises, or bug bites with a smile and a band-aid.

Camp Enthusiast:

• Lead by example with enthusiasm, positivity, and a can-do attitude.

Additionally, you will:

• Communicate daily with parents and family members via the Brightwheel App.
• Observe OCFS guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

You're 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.

While having 1 year of experience working with kiddos under 13 is awesome, it's not a must-have. We believe in potential and passion!

Get ready to ace a background check, including fingerprinting, references, SEL & SCR through NYS Office of Children and Family Services.

You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB.

You’re warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills are your jam, whether it's with kiddos, parents, or fellow team members. Plus, you're professional, reliable, and always prompt.

You're ready to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and basically do whatever it takes to keep up with kids!

PART-TIME PERKS:

On-Demand Pay: Why wait for payday when you can have your money when you need it?

Telehealth Benefits: Stay healthy and happy with access to virtual care

401(k) for eligible employees PLUS a 1% employer match: Yep, we're serious about your future too!

Paid Sick Time Off: Because everyone needs a break sometimes.

Career Development and FREE School Age Child Care Credential through our Apprenticeship Program*: Level up your skills and expertise on us!

Growth Opportunities: We’re growing and we need people to grow with us!

AFLAC Supplemental Plans: Because we believe in going above and beyond to take care of our team.

Did we mention certain applicants qualify for tuition assistance? Reach out to us for all the details!

Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com

*The Healthy Kids Apprenticeship Program is designed for anyone looking to pursue a career in School Age Childcare and provides a direct path to a Site Director position with on-the-job training and a scholarship to cover the cost of your School Age Child Care Credential (SACC).