A job for the summer, memories to last
a lifetime
A summer camp counselor is a job you will never regret. Our
Kids lists many summer jobs brought to you directly by
summer camps in Ontario, Quebec and BC. If you're looking
for a summer job as a camp counselor go right to our summer
camp job board.
The benefits of being a summer camp counselor
As a summer camp counselor you'll develop leadership skills
you did not know you had and build on the ones you are
already aware of. A summer camp job is a unique way to spend
time in the great outdoors and earn money while you are
doing so.
As a summer camp counselor you'll be responsible for kids'
well being. Camp counselors take care of kids in a setting
that is strange to them in many ways - outdoors, away from
their parents and familiar surroundings. As such, you'll be
in a unique position to help kids with their self esteem and
personal development. You may even need to deal with issues
like first aid, bullying and/or personal problems.
There are a variety of concrete benefits in working as a
summer camp staff member. Some of the useful skills and
abilites you will learn and develop will include the
following:
Childcare- Communication
- Conflict Management
- Customer Service
- Documentation
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Professionalism
- Programming and Activity Planning
- Responsibility
- Risk Management
- Safety Awareness
- Supervision
- Social Interaction
- Teamwork
Over time, your experiences as a summer camp counselor will
become an important part of your development. Of course,
"summer camp counselor" will also look good on your resume.
To find out whether a summer camp counselor job is really
for you, contact
Nana
