Camp Counselor

Job Description Job Description WHO WE ARE Since 1922, Westchester Country Club is an exclusive family-oriented private club located in Rye, New York. Westchester Country Club is among the top country clubs and proudly designated as a Platinum Club of America, ranking #29 out of the top 150 country clubs in the United States. With over 1,600 members, Westchester Country Club offers world-class facilities including the main club property and the beach club on the Long Island Sound. Club members enjoy two championship golf courses and a 9-hole executive course, comprehensive tennis and squash facilities, various dining options, an on-site fitness facility and indoor pool, and other specialized amenities. Westchester Country Club also has two large banquet rooms, conference facilities, member apartments, and guest accommodations. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are hiring a Camp Counselor to join our Beach Camp team. The Camp Counselor will report to the Camp Director and will be responsible for the overall safety and supervision of all Campers within the assigned group. This will be achieved through leading assigned groups of Campers through daily schedules, managing daily supervision of Campers, assisting activity Directors with daily activities and assisting Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director(s) with daily Camp operations as needed. WHAT YOU’LL DO The Camp Counselor must complete all tasks and assignments assigned by the Camp Director, including but not limited to: Participate in and complete all Camp staff orientations and trainings Manage daily attendance and dismissal records for all Campers Manage overall supervision for all Campers, including accompanying to various Camp areas including First Aid, bathrooms, and activity areas Facilitate and provide supervision throughout all lunchtime activities Assist Camp Activity Directors with daily activities, including but not limited to Arts & Crafts, Tennis, Swimming, Science, Boating, Cooking, and Mindfulness Attend daily Camp team meetings Assist with parent/guardian inquiries as needed Assist Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director(s) with daily Camp operations as needed WHAT YOU'LL NEED Prior experience in a Counselor role strongly preferred Must be 16 years of age or older by the start of camp to meet New York State Minor Law Guidelines Must complete all team member orientations, trainings, and documents prior to start of Camp Must be available for Camp’s six-week duration from June 29th to August 7th Must be available for Camp’s operational hours (typically Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM ), with the ability to work varying daily start/end times at the Camp Director’s discretion Must have ability to positively motivate and manage children Must possess strong leadership skills, with ability to work as part of a team Must have excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, Campers, parents and guardians Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to lead Camper group through assigned daily schedule Must be able to work within a highly active environment, with the ability to multitask Maintain a high level of visibility, ensuring availability to respond to team member, Camper, and parent/guardian inquiries Working primarily in and around the designated Beach Club camp areas, both indoor and outdoor Comfortable in and around water, such as pools and the Long Island Sound PAY RANGE $17.00 hourly compensation WHAT WE OFFER At WCC, we believe that our biggest strength lies in the exceptional people who work for our organization to deliver memorable experiences to our members and their families. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and providing our team members a meaningful and rewarding career experience with us. ALL team members enjoy free lunch and dinner meals, free parking, a lifestyle discount program, and numerous recognition events and activities throughout the year. WHAT WE OFFER At WCC, we believe that our biggest strength lies in the exceptional people who work for our organization to deliver memorable experiences to our members and their families. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and providing our team members a meaningful and rewarding career experience with us. ALL team members enjoy free lunch and dinner meals, free parking, a lifestyle discount program, and numerous recognition events and activities throughout the year.