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Sanctuary For Families Inc.
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Head Summer Camp Counselor

Sanctuary For Families Inc.Head Summer Camp Counselor

Requirements

High school graduate, 2 years camping and child supervision experience, 1 year supervisory experience, Ability to work in hot/humid conditions

Skills

Leadership

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Directly supervise a group of 12 staff members and a village of 18 campers
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and support to general counselors
  • Role model positive camper behavior management techniques and assist with conflict resolution
  • Oversee all Camp HOPE America curriculum requirements and manage daily camper logs
  • Maintain open communication between counselors and the administration
  • Co-facilitate daily meetings with the Camp Director
  • Ensure the safety of campers by being familiar with and implementing emergency procedures
  • Participate in camp activities, including overnights and hikes

Requirements

  • High school graduate (1 or 2 years of college preferred)
  • Two years of experience in camping and child supervision, or completion of an acceptable training course
  • One year of previous supervisory experience
  • Ability to work in hot, humid, and wet outdoor conditions
  • Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, climb, stoop, or kneel
  • Emotional maturity and a passion for working with children in a trauma-informed environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with survivors of gender-based violence or within a trauma-informed care model
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude and flexibility in a fast-paced camp setting

About the Company

Sanctuary for Families is New York’s leading service provider and advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and related forms of gender violence. We empower thousands of adults and children to move from fear and abuse to safety and stability through direct services, outreach, training, and systems-change advocacy.

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