Career Center

The Camp Counselor is responsible for planning, leading, and implementing programs and experiences for children in a group setting. They will also be responsible for the general safety and development, growth, and skill achievement of the participants in his/her group. The incumbent will provide high quality outdoor educational and recreational experiences for eight consecutive weeks, July 3^rd - August 25^th.

Essential Responsibilities

• Organize and lead a variety of group activities each week. Activities may include crafts, nature, games, archery, gymnasium games, field games, baseball, and indoor crafts and games, etc. This includes time spent on the bus.
• Identify and respond to camper behavior issues.
• Ensure that the facilities are kept clean, organized, safe, and free of litter.
• Communicate with parents about participant's experiences and report concerns to Recreation Supervisor
• Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance.
• Know and understand all emergency procedures at Brookhaven National Lab as associated with the BERA Recreation Camp Program.
• Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for camper's safety and their whereabouts at all times.