EAP Counselor jobs in Greenville, SC

Adventure Cove Day Camp is a camp for children ages six to twelve whose parents or grandparents are members of Glen Cove and/or Old Edwards Club. Camp is divided into five weekly sessions running through June and July. Through guided play and learning campers will discover all Glen Cove offers including but not limited to the farm, lakes, trails, event lawn, adventure cabin, treehouse, pool, tennis courts and the entertainment barn.

Job Summary

The Camp Counselors are responsible for the supervision and safety of the children while they are at Adventure Cove Kids Camp and other children’s activities at GlenCove.

Responsibilities

• Duties include checking in and out campers
• Facilitating games and group activities
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the cabin and various camp locations
• Implementing Adventure Cove Day Camp’s curriculum and joining in on all camp activities including but not limited to swimming, hiking, playing games, being around farm animals and operating small water equipment and golf carts

• Must be 18 years of age or high school graduate
• Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR
• Ability to interact with all age levels
• Must understand development needs of youth
• Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in program areas designated camp program areas.
• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
• Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Required to work in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited or simple equipment and facilities; and with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and animals such as bugs, snakes, bats, etc