Adventure Academy Lead Counselor

Adventure Academy Lead Counselors are role models for campers and Camp Counselors. They are problem solvers and take the initiative to support camp staff. They are responsible for running challenge course activities and traditional summer camp activities like games, archery, and creeking expeditions. Their unique skills and positive attitude are the secret ingredients that create a special experience for campers and staff.

II.  Essential Responsibilities 

- Complete spring adventure elements training and role specific training, to be scheduled after hire

- Participate in pre-camp training (dates M-F June 2 through June 13, 2025)

- Camp runs weekdays, June 16 through August 8, 2025.

- Limited opportunities for time off during the camp season

- Facilitate camp activities, including team-building games and initiatives, crafts, hiking and creeking, awards and recognitions, and other activities.

- Fill in as a substitute camp counselor or camp director when needed

- Actively manage camper behavior and apply age-appropriate management techniques when necessary.

-Lead by setting an excellent example for other counselors and campers.

- Collaborate with camp directors, counselors, and the Youth Camps Supervisor to deliver a safe, friendly, and high-energy camp program to enrolled campers.

-Engage parents/guardians in brief conversations and address any concerns at drop off and pick up

- Engage with directors, counselors, and parents regarding concerns, challenges, and pertinent updates on campers.

- Alongside the Section Coordinator, Conduct Morning and Afternoon check-in meetings with staff daily.

- Follow agency operating procedures and safety protocols

- Submit all paperwork promptly, including incident reports.

- Maintain CPR/First Aid training (provided by CMO May 29th and 30th 8:00 AM – 12 PM, must attend both days for successful completion of course.)

- Successful completion of related certifications (offered post.)

- Perform other duties as assigned 

III. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Time Management/Multi-tasking. Accomplishes goals by establishing priorities and organizing workload to meet deadlines in a timely fashion. Manages time wisely and effectively and prioritizes multiple competing tasks despite frequent interruptions. 
• Composure. Maintains composure and effective performance under stress and opposition (such as tight deadlines, unscheduled disruptions or delays, interpersonal conflict, or lack of job or task clarity). Demonstrates emotions appropriate to the situation and continues performing steadily and effectively. Shows patience with others. Responds calmly to stressful or trying circumstances. Provides emotional stability to the team.
• Cultural Competence. Embraces and is sensitive to cross-cultural differences. Accepts and respects cultural differences. Demonstrates the capacity for cultural self-assessment. Is conscious of the dynamics inherent when cultures interact. 
• Builds Relationships.  Values and respects the concerns and feelings of others. Shows empathy, respect, and appreciation for individuals and diversity.  Builds and maintains an internal and external network of relationships with partners for potential collaborations.   Optimizes performance of Agency and self through shared resources and responsibilities by facilitating collaborations with groups.

IV.  Work Experience and Education

- High school diploma

- 18+ years old

- Prior work experience in summer camps, challenge courses, or customer service preferred

- Requires satisfactory background check   

- CPR/First Aid certification (offered during training)

V. Physical and Mental Requirements

- After completion of training, be able to demonstrate the ability to safely set up adventure activities, deliver safety instructions, and belay campers during activities.

- Ability to perform duties while outdoors and exposed to a variety of weather conditions

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

- Ability to spend approximately 90% of the time on the job standing, bending, and lifting

- Ability to convey a sense of fun while leading a learning activity

- Strong communication skills with temperament and ability to convey information to individuals at all levels of skill development and cultural backgrounds

- Ability to act quickly and decisively in emergencies

- Strong work ethic and high level of trust

- Self-starter with strong self-directing and time management skills

- Ability to learn techniques and procedures

- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in formal and informal settings

- Ability to collaborate with others

- Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.