Camp Counselor (Seasonal) at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden – Belmont, North Carolina

Position Title: Camp Counselor

Accountability: Counselors report to the Education Manager

Job Classification: Seasonal, part-time, hourly, non-exempt

Season: May - July

Hiring Timeline: Applications will be reviewed in March-April.

About: Daniel Stowe Conservancy (Stowe) inspires a love of nature and its beauty through unforgettable outdoor experiences. The nearly 400 acres of Stowe provides visitors with a chance to reconnect with nature in all seasons. The property welcomes guests to spectacular gardens, a conservatory dedicated to the display of tropical plants and orchids, sparkling fountains, nearly 8 miles of trails and a dog park.

The Counselors are responsible for supporting the Education team in the implementation of Daniel Stowe Conservancy Summer Camp programs under the supervision of the Education Manager. In this role, the Counselor will assist with material and curriculum preparations, execution, and most importantly, camper support. An ideal candidate will be familiar and comfortable working with children ages 6-14 years, self-motivated, have good interpersonal skills, eagerness to learn, and the ability to work both inside and outside from June through July.

Responsibilities:

· Understands the importance of each guest to Stowe and drives excellence to ensure an optimal experience in every way.

· Proudly serves the local community, engaging with the guests through positive experiences.

· Supports Education staff in camp preparations, activities, and clean-up.

· Maintains a safe and enjoyable environment for participants.

· Assists Education staff by using an experiential learning style with campers.

· Exemplifies Stowe’s Mission Statement and supports staff, departments and leadership in pursuing and achieving goals.

· Performs camp duties that drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our values.

Daniel Stowe Conservancy Core Values

· We are a team of passionate individuals who support each other with respect and empathy.

· We are a collaborative workplace where all voices are valued through intentional communication.

· We are committed to growth through learning, creativity, and innovation.

· We are responsible stewards of our natural, human, and financial resources.

Daniel Stowe Conservancy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

Salary Description

$12 per hour, Part-Time, Temporary

· Exhibits a passion for the mission of Daniel Stowe Conservancy.

· Successfully pass a standard background review.

· At least 16 years of age.

· Enthusiastic, energetic, and inviting.

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a diverse audience.

· Ability to work in a team yet also independently.

· Must be willing to serve all guests equally regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity and/or sexual orientation.

· Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· May experience exposure to extended periods of sun, rain, cold temperatures, wind, water and potentially uneven terrain that may contain trip hazards.

· Must be able to hear distress noises and hear and see distress signals in a variety of environments, always keeping safety in mind at all times.

· Must be able to sit, stand, walk, grab, pull and push objects, squat down, stoop, kneel, crouch, and jump.

· Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Experience & Education:

· Interest in environmental science, Environmental Studies, Outdoor Education, Biology, Ecology, Geology, Geography, Education, or related field preferred.

· 1+ years preferred demonstrated experience in education programming and/or childcare, for example, camp and after school counselors and student tutors.

· Ability to work cooperatively, creatively, and effectively with people of all ethnic, socioeconomic, lifestyle, and cultural backgrounds.

· Able to follow and execute instructions.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills.

· Comfortable multi-tasking and working in a team environment.