Summer Camp Counselor - Part Time
Animal Humane Society, United States
Job Description
Come work for Animal Humane Society as a Part Time Summer Camp Counselor where caring for animals isn’t just a job it’s our passion. We are on a mission to compassionately and responsibly create a more humane world for animals and their people.
Pay: $16.00/hour
Benefits:
·Paid Time Off (accrual based on # of hours worked)
·401K - employer match is 100% up to the first 4% deferred
Schedule: Part time approximately 22.5 hours per week. Camp season is from June 3rd, 2024, until August 26th, 2024
- Monday through Friday 12:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Coon Rapids, Woodbury, or St. Paul
Application Requirements: Please upload current resume
Interview Process: Step 1 - video assessment; Step 2 - Virtual interview; Step 3 - Virtual Meet and Greet. Virtual interviews are done via Microsoft Teams.
Job Purpose: You assist in the delivery of activities and organization of summer day camp for youth in grades 3-10. You are supportive, flexible, and open to different ideas. You help to ensure all campers have a positive, fun, and safe experience at AHS summer camp.
What you will be doing:
Communication Enthusiastically greet children and guardians. Provide guardians with appropriate feedback and information regarding camp and their camper(s).
Education Participate in the teaching and progression of lessons and activities, including adapting to differing camper ages, abilities and group dynamics.
Support Provide support to the summer camp program, including post camp wrap-up. Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers to meet the intended camper outcomes.
Accountability Is prepared and punctual for all shifts. Follows through on commitments and focuses on appropriate tasks throughout the day.
Culture Foster an open and inclusive work environment by modeling AHS’s behaviors and values, consistent with the vision and mission of the organization. Champion a culture of safety and promote meaningful volunteer engagement.
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
What we are looking for:
Schedule Regular, predictable attendance, punctuality, and availability to work during camp operations hours as defined by management for the full camp season.
Experience Experience working with youth in grades 3-10 preferred.
Adaptability Ability to work in a professional and positive manner with high attention to detail in a variety of situations.
Communication Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, must have ability to work as a member of the team and partner collaboratively with external and internal customers and departments.
Physical amp; Emotional Capabilities Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment, including the use of euthanasia. Summer camp staff must be able to stay engaged and active with youth throughout the day. Camp activities are both outdoors and indoors in a variety of weather conditions. Should be comfortable with handling a variety of animals. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
This position description is intended to describe the general content and/or requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
This position requires passing a background check as well as first aid training/CPR certification.
Benefits
About AHS:
Every year, Animal Humane Society provides direct care and services to help nearly 100,000 animals in need across Minnesota. As one of the nation's leading animal welfare organizations, AHS is transforming the way shelters care for animals and engage their communities. From innovative medical and behavior programs to investments in outreach and advocacy, we’re advancing animal welfare and creating a more humane world for animals everywhere
Why Work Here
- Make a difference in the lives of animals and people
- Join a team of coworkers who love animals as much as you do
- Work-life balance
- Discounts on veterinary care, pet supplies, and animal training classes
- Mental Health and Counseling Support
- All employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program with 3 free counseling sessions per year
- 401K with up to 4% match for part time and full time staff
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