The BCC Counselor has the overall responsibility of the health and well being of campers in their charge. He or she will provide guidance to campers in daily camp living and maintain a safe and nurturing environment for campers. The Counselor will strive to provide a positive example, be a good team member, work well unsupervised, have excellent judgement, work hard, and have a good sense of humor. Serving as a Counselor at BCC will be a formative life experience – and a ton of fun!

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Supervise small and large groups of campers.  This includes but is not limited to living in a cabin with campers, taking responsibility for multiple cabin supervision, maintaining clear and reasonable expectations for campers and promoting life skills growth in campers.

• Understand and enforce policies and safety procedures, actively identify and eliminate hazards and provide guidance to campers during emergencies.

• Take an active leadership role in camp community.  This includes but is not limited to working cooperatively with camp staff, being a team player, accepting responsibilities as assigned and taking initiative to complete tasks as needed.

• Lead or assist with teaching in program areas, recreation activities and planning and leading activities. 

• Supervise and account for the well being of all campers within your charge including those assigned in a cabin group or those that are placed in your charge during program activities.

• Maintain open and constructive lines of communication with other staff members and the administrative team.  Complete reports as required.

• Represent Barry Conservation 4-H Camp in an enthusiastic, supportive and informative manner during camper check-in, check-out and at any time when dealing with the general public.

• Assist with pre-camp and post-camp duties.

• Any other duties deemed necessary and appropriate by supervisory staff.

Qualifications:

• 18 years of age (minimum) preferred or 17 years and a high school senior.

• Commitment and ability to work with children.

• Emotional maturity, sound judgment, stability and initiative.

• Dedication to the goals and philosophy of Barry Conservation 4-H Camp.

• Training in First Aid and Child/Infant CPR (will be provided)

• Interest and experience in hiking, canoeing, shooting sports, fishing, hunting and the outdoors is helpful.

Applicant Instructions

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Resume/CV

Compensation Pay Range:

The expected pay range is $4500 to $5000 for the summer depending on experience.

The University of New Hampshire is committed to providing a safe environment for all persons, including but not limited to children, and to prevent and respond to abuse, neglect and crimes against children. All UNH youth program staff shall be subject to a criminal background check as required by NH State Law. Staff and volunteers will also be required to complete periodic child safety training.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Lancaster