Camp Counselor, Summer 2024 - Bradenton, United States - teamworkonline

Description

IMG Academy is the world's leading sports education brand, providing a holistic education model that empowers student-athletes to win their future, preparing them for college and for life. IMG Academy offers an innovative suite of on-campus and online experiences, providing growth opportunities for all student-athletes through:

• Boarding school and camps, via a 600-acre state-of-the-art campus in Bradenton, Fla. )
• Online coaching via the IMG Academy+ brand, with a focus on personal development through the lens of sport and performance )
• Online college recruiting, via the NCSA brand, providing content, tools, coaching and access to a network of 40,000 college coaches )

Our team has a deep appreciation for the transformative power of sports and holistic personal development. Our leadership is actively investing in the growth of the organization. We continue to broaden and deepen our technology platform and team in pursuit of our vision for empowering youth sports and the path-to-college for student-athletes.

The Camp Counselor, Summer 2024 will be responsible for monitoring, communicating and overseeing the day to day sport and social routines of our campers aged 8-12. Will assist in the oversight of camper well-being, in the residence halls while promoting a safe, secure and healthy environment for their development.

Summer Hiring Timeline:

• October 2023: Applications open
• January – April 2024: Application review and interviews. Offers made on a rolling basis.
• May – July 2024: Start

Position Responsibilities

• Serve as a responsible, adult presence, providing guidance and support in the residence halls, Campus Center and Sport Facilities for campers aged 8-12 yrs
• Monitor camper day-to-day activities including transit to/from sport, to/from APD, and to/from meal times while keeping track of camper daily schedules
• Oversight of (8-12yr olds) in one particular sport (Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis) or in a flex role overseeing multiple camp functions
• Oversee Non-Boarding Camp Area(s) during mid day break times
• Assist as the point of communication for camper experience with this age segment reporting to Associate Athletic Director and Assistant Director(s) of Campus Life
• Assist in the analysis and implementation of policies and procedures ensuring that the student-athlete code of conduct is being maintained
• Promote a positive healthy environment for the student-athletes
• Evaluate, oversee, and maintain the residential hall, including room checks, maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy living environment
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects, diligently track and meet deadlines that affect student and campus life
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethic codes
• Other duties as assigned
• Oversee arrival and departures of Campers to check-in and checkout location
• Assist as requested by sport
• Ensure Pre and Post Sport arrival/departure for camp delivery
• Assist Sport Coaching staff when needed
• Work directly with campers to ensure proper hydration, application of sunscreen
• Manage communication with families as needed about camper experience
• Assist Residential Mentors with monitoring students in dorms and throughout campus, including wake up and curfew times
• Assist with camper transport to and from activity opportunities including both on and off campus excursions
• Communicate and follow up on conduct expectations of all campers
• Collaborate and communicate emergency response and crisis management plans for various situations including weather, lockdown, student illness, injury, etc.
• Communicate openly and regularly with Associate Athletic Director about Camper successes and concerns
• Assist with orientation and acclimation of campers to campus life

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Bachelor's degree in related area or Bachelor's Degree in Process in related area
• Willingness to live on-campus in a semi-private room
• Must have a valid Driver's License or the ability to obtain one
• Must possess good judgment and sensitivity relating to students of various backgrounds
• Ability to handle challenging situations professionally and with sensitivity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent guest service skills
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple projects
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced organization
• A superior work ethic
• Desire to work collaboratively with colleagues

Preferred Skills

• Master's degree in Education, Counseling, or related area
• Experience in education, sports or related area
• Experience as collegiate athlete
• Experience with residential life, summer camps, or secondary school
• Experience with overseeing 50+ kids/campers
• Experience in counseling, crisis response, and mediation
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Proficient with computer and web applications
• Bilingual

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.
• Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time.
• Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays is required

Background Requirements:

• Requires a background check upon offer
• Requires a drug check upon offer

Don't meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfect with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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IMG Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.