Counselor

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Head Counselor at the Travers Island property located in Pelham, NY. The candidate for this position will be a part of the Winged Foot Day Camp team and will lead the supervision and care of their assigned group.

The Winged Foot Day Camp is the perfect opportunity for children of members to gain a full camp experience, take advantage of the world class facilities at Travers Island, and create memories to last a lifetime. Campers will participate in several sports, creative arts, theme days, and off campus field trips.

Job Description and Responsibilities

• Lead your designated group by developing, supervising, and participating in camp wide programming activities with campers of different ages

• Create a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment for campers

• Enforce safety rules and regulations of the Club

• Be able to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, campers, parents/guardians

• Be flexible to meet changing work needs and demands

• Attend pre-camp training in June 2024

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with children

• Must be 18 years or older

• Pass NYS and national background check

• Transportation to and from Travers Island required

• Be available 40 hours per week during June-August 2024

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work on a team

• Possess effective customer service skills

• Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct

• Be open to feedback and desire to grow professionally

• Able to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately

Employment Type: Temp/Seasonal
Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
Salary: $17 - $18 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No