Summer Counselor

Contact: Kevin Babuder

Telephone: 310 377 1543 ext. 4157

Email: [email protected]

Interviews will begin on or about March 8, 2024, and continue until all positions are filled.

Final selections for these positions will be determined by April 29, 2024

(submitting an application does not guarantee a job offer)

This position is for a Summer Counselor in one of our Chadwick Summer Programs.

Arts Unlimited, Camp, Hilltop Sports, Minis, Prep, Prep+, Pool (Lifeguards)

In addition, we are seeking a small number of counselors able to assist during Passport Week (June 10-14) and Encore Week (July 22-26)

Details of each program are available in the online brochure. Please indicate on your application or cover letter the program you would prefer to work in as a counselor.

Please state first choice and second choice.

When applying please complete the Chadwick application and included a cover letter or resume. All documents should be a Word Doc or a PDF.

PLEASE TITLE ALL DOCUMENTS with YOUR NAME - AnnJones resume.pdf or JoeSmith Application.Docx

Job Description

Job Title: Summer Program Counselor

Location: Palos Verdes

Type of position - Non-Exempt/Hourly

Rate - $17.30

Salary Band: Seasonal/Temporary

Position summary

Responsible for instructing and interacting with students participating in the Chadwick Summer Program, ensuring that environment is safe and secure.

Major responsibilities

Applicants Should Be Able To

Work Saturday, June 15, 2024, through Friday, July 19, 2024 - Program not in session Wednesday, June 19, 2024, and Thursday, July 4, 2024.

Attend a staff “onboarding” session the week beginning Monday, June 10th (on-boarding sessions are 2 hours in length and paid)

Attend a mandatory staff training day on Saturday, June 15th from 9:00am – 3:00pm

• Supervise campers during all camp activities
• Instruct and interact with campers during all activities
• Escort campers to classes, lunch, recreation, drop-off and pick-up activities, and participates in supervision.
• Monitor and ensure appropriate student behavior and adherence to Chadwick core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, fairness and compassion.
• Work cooperatively and amicably with all staff members
• Promote a fun and relaxing environment by expressing a fun and upbeat attitude.
• Report all accidents or injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager / supervisor
• Follow all safety and security policies and procedures to promote a clean and safe environment
• Be professional in manner at all times, towards students, staff, parents and visitors.
• Be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull or place objects weighing up to 25 lbs. without assistance
• Be able to stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time, or for the duration of the shift.
• Complete all appropriate staff training.
• Follow all Chadwick School policies as outlined.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education, experience and skill requirements

High school diploma or some college is preferred but not required.

Ability to work early morning or late afternoon a plus.

Individuals With Previous Applicable Experience Is Preferred.

Computer proficiency required.

The ability to work with children is essential.

The ability to legally work in US is required.

Chadwick policy requires all employees to be 16 years of age before their hire date (Monday, June 10, 2024)

Screenings: TB assessment and Livescan Background check or work permit

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of the position.

All applications require a cover letter/resume. Due to the volume of applications, it may not be possible to respond to every applicant. We wish you the best in your search for a summer position.