SEASONAL CAMP COUNSELOR

10 North Water Street, Norwalk, Connecticut

Full-time

Posted on January 08, 2024

Contract overview

This is a placement contract between you and the employer. If the employer hires a candidate you submit, you'll be paid the contract amount.

The payments begin when the candidate starts and are disbursed over time. The contract terms are:

Market price: $2,900 USDEst.

Payment schedule: Paid monthly over 3 months

Job Details

Temporary | Part-time $16.50 an hour


Qualifications

Bilingual

CPR Certification

Experience with children

First Aid Certification

Organizational skills

2 years Camp

AED Certification


Full Job Description

SEASONAL CAMP COUNSELOR $16.50/hr
Temporary Position

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND
The mission of The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk is to inspire people of all ages to appreciate the Long Island Sound, its ecosystem and the global environment through living exhibits, marine science, and environmental education. For almost 35 years, the Aquarium has played a significant role in shaping the landscape of Norwalk and the region. The Aquarium has received significant recognition as a top aquarium in the nation and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

The strength of the Aquarium is its full-time, part-time, and seasonal staff, in addition to our dedicated corps of volunteers.


POSITION OVERVIEW

Seeking engaging and dynamic individuals with a passion for nature and working with children to join our summer camp team. This position works with year-round Education staff to develop and facilitate hands-on science and animal encounters, field trips, and conservation activities for in-person camps. Candidates must be available to attend virtual camp training in June and be available Monday through Friday on all of the following dates from 8:30am-4:30pm (hours may slightly vary depending on the day) June 19 – August 18.


Position Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age and
  • Have a minimum of 2 years of summer camp experience or other experience working with children in an educational or recreational setting.
  • Health exam conducted within the past 3 years
  • Ability to lift 60 lb.

Preferred Qualification

  • CPR/AED/First Aid certification with Red Cross or The American Heart Association.
  • Valid administration of medication certification.
  • Bilingual language skills

Position Responsibilities

  • Work with year-round education staff to facilitate hands-on activities, tours, animal encounters, games, and other camp-related activities for in-person camps.
  • Helping to prepare daily camp materials including craft materials and experiment equipment
  • Assist with cleaning and sanitization of camp materials.
  • Help oversee the health and safety of campers by performing basic first aid and behavioral monitoring
  • Participating in all field trip experiences including, but not limited to going aboard the Aquarium’s research vessel, to the local beach, and other outdoor locations.
  • Other duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


TO APPLY

The Maritime Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Please send a TMA application (maritimeaquarium.org and click on join our team), resume, and cover letter.


Job Types

Temporary, Part-time


Pay

$16.50 per hour


Schedule

Day shift
Monday to Friday


Work Location

In person

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