Head Counselors- Jr Farmer's Camp Rockland Farm Alliance
- Date Posted January 17, 2023
- Location New City, NY
- Category Agriculture / Education
- Job type Full-Time
6/26 to 8/18, with several orientation / training dates in mid-June.
Monday thru Friday, 9am - 4pm (35 hours per week).
Join us for another season of fun, games, and veggies at Junior Farmers’ Camp! Junior Farmers’ Camp takes place on the beautiful 25 acres of Cropsey Community Farm. This slice of nature in New City, NY gives campers a true hands-on outdoors and farm experience. Counselors spend each day guiding campers through farm & garden activities.
Head Counselors will be responsible for developing & carrying out engaging, age-appropriate activities with the camper groups in their section (Lower Camp = ages 5-8; Upper Camp = ages 9-13). Head Counselors will work closely with the camp director on a weekly basis to write camp curriculum/activities and be in charge of teaching counselors how to execute the activities. You will provide support to, and act as a role model for, campers and counselors alike. This is a working farm with all daily activities involved with agriculture, and camp staff is the front line for ensuring campers have an exciting and safe experience!
Primary Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and implement activities for camper groups
- Work with camp director about program activities, camper needs, and supplies
- Communicate with parents about special camp events & reminders
- Treat all campers and staff members with respect
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, & safety at camp
- Respond to emergencies calmly and effectively
- Direct camp counselors in their section
Ideal Skills & Qualifications
- Excellent leadership skills.
- Experience working with children.
- Communication skills.
- Agricultural knowledge / gardening experience preferred but not required.
- Training in farm safety and first aid will be provided.