Summer Camp Counselor

Brentwood Country Club of Los Angeles is seeking a dynamic kids Camp Counselor for seasonal employment for the summer of 2024. The candidate must have experience teaching and/or supervising children. Ideal candidates should possess the qualifications listed below. Our focus is on quality. When you join our team, you are offered a fun work environment and complimentary meals.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Supervise children and lead pre-planned activities throughout Summer Camp

This team member should always conduct themselves in a professional manner while representing the club. The ideal candidate will possess:

• the ability to maintain a safe and organized group
• the experience to balance feedback and play
• exceptional communication skills
• empathy
• the ability to clearly and concisely articulate instructions
• Greet children and parents when they arrive for check-in and check-out
• Setup camp spaces at the beginning of day and cleanup at end of the day
• Facilitate lunch and snack orders with the kitchen
• Play games, do exercises, and assist the children in carrying out the pre-planned crafts
• Supervise campers during free swim as well as enforce general safety in pool area
• Attend to individual needs of children (i.e., bathroom use for potty trained children, changing of clothes, injuries)
• Assist with activities provided by vendors/contractors
• Notify supervisor of Member/Guest complaints at the time they occur. Rectify, practicing service recover, any complaints as soon as possible
• Be available on some night and weekend shifts throughout the summer
• Other duties directly related to the camp as assigned by the Camp Supervisor
• Other duties within the Recreation Department as assigned by the Director

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to follow directions, communicate effectively with co-workers and be open to constructive feedback
• Must be able to interact effectively with co-workers, children and parents for the overall success of the program and the club
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Must be able to lead a group of children ages 4 and up with the balance of patience, firm boundaries and enthusiasm as well as apply appropriate behavior management techniques
• Must be able to enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures
• A friendly team player who enjoys working with children of all ages and abilities is an ideal candidate
• Must be detail oriented and have excellent communication skills
• Must be punctual
• Special skills such as being proficient and able to teach a particular sport and/or ability to play and share a musical instrument an/or skill with specific crafts will be advantageous

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required
• Servsafe certification required (must be completed before camp begins)
• Previous experience as a camper or Camp Counselor desirable
• Previous experience working with children is required
• First Aid, AED, CPR certified (must be completed before camp begins)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Occasionally bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling and reaching above the shoulder
• Some light lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling of objects
• Exposure to sun and other outdoor elements
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Los Angeles, CA 90049: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person