CDA Explorer's Counselor at CDA National Reserve

Coeur D'Alene, Idaho, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organization, Time Management, Customer Service, Communication, Safety Monitoring, Activity Planning, Team Collaboration, Positive Discipline, Conflict Resolution, Child Supervision, Program Implementation, Supply Management, Incident Reporting, Parent Interaction, Self-Esteem Development, Facility Maintenance

Industry

Description

Description CDA National Reserve proudly offers the following benefits: 401k Eligible Holiday Pay Eligible End of year bonus eligible Pay Range: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour plus incentives Anticipated employment period: April 27, 2026 - August 31, 2026 CDA National’s Kids Camp, called CDA Explorers, provides daily camp Tuesdays through Saturdays for children ages six to twelve. Explorer's Counselors provide an appropriately safe, caring, and enriching environment for the children enrolled in the CDA Explorers Camp program. Counselors are responsible for conducting themselves in an appropriate manner and setting an example for children. Responsibility Areas and Duties: Plan and coordinate daily camp activities in tandem with Outpost Manager. Create and implement a dynamic youth program that inspires growth and positivity. Work with other departments and other organizations to enhance program offerings. Promote youth programs throughout Club and collaborate with marketing team. Purchase supplies and equipment related to program activities. Use point of sale to assess fees for members relating to program activities. Check children in and out of camp and answer questions from parents. Supervise, lead, and support campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities. Monitor campers to ensure their safety and adherence to safety policies. Clean, maintain and ensure proper use of camp facilities and equipment. Record and report incidents to parents and management. Maintain positive relations with parents and other staff. Uphold the Company’s policies and procedures, both personally and with your staff. Engage with the members and promote the family friendly lifestyle of CDA National. Provide an enjoyable experience for each camper. Consistently demonstrate positive interaction with all children; talk to them and treat them with dignity and respect. Consistently demonstrate positive discipline; teach and redirect rather than scolding or reprimanding; firmly and consistently enforce the rules. Express clear expectations and hold children accountable for adhering to them. Help children to develop positive self-esteem and sense of self-worth. Consistently demonstrate and reinforce the values of caring, respect, honesty, etc. Always attend to campers; never leave them unattended. Assist with duties relating to other departments such as Food & Beverage, Grounds, or Facility Maintenance. Assist with projects and duties relating to other Recreation department initiatives. Physical Demands and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and move about freely in a multi-floor building and in open space. The employee is frequently required to visually observe the condition of his/her surroundings. He/she is routinely required to bend, stoop, stand, walk, carry and lift objects weighing 50 pounds or less. It is inevitable that other duties will arise from time to time. Coeur d’Alene National Reserve is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Requirements Education and/or Experience: High level of organization, time management and customer service skills. Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal. Must operate efficiently in a fast dynamic environment. Knowledge of and ability to perform required roles during emergencies.

Responsibilities

Explorer's Counselors are responsible for providing a safe and enriching environment for children at the CDA Explorers Camp. They plan and coordinate daily activities, supervise campers, and maintain positive relations with parents and staff.