Daytime/Overnight Summer Camp Counselor

Blue Mountain Resort • Palmerton, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are seeking friendly, reliable outdoor enthusiasts
to provide a high-quality recreation experience for the Blue Mountain Adventure
Camp. The Summer Camp Counselor oversees daily activities and the well-being of
participants, ensuring campers’ needs surrounding meals, sleep, and breaks are
consistently met. Qualified applicants should embody the camp’s core values of
Safety, Fun, and Learning.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

Leads and develops fun, engaging recreational activities and events, such as
hiking, rock climbing, ziplines, ropes courses, laser tag, archery, biking,
and kayaking
Manages an assigned group of campers through various activities during the
entirety of the shift
Supports fellow teammates during meals, activity set up/break down, and
breaks
Maintains various program records, including attendance logs, inspection
documents, and incident reports
Consistently enforces all safety guidelines and procedures
Applicants are eligible to be daytime counselors or overnight counselors -
schedules will vary week-to-week based on camper enrollment and staff
availability.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: We offer the opportunity to join a growing company with
over 40 years in the hospitality industry and be a part of setting a new
standard of excellence in guest satisfaction. We understand the importance of
both personal and professional growth and support our team members in achieving
their goals. Team members enjoy benefits including a free season pass and
activities around the resort, discounts on food and merchandise, and special
team celebrations in an environment that gives you the opportunity to play where
you work!  

WHY IT’S SO GREAT TO WORK FOR BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT: Blue Mountain Resort offers
an environment that encourages personal and professional growth, collaboration,
safety, and fun. We are committed to fostering a rich learning environment based
on individual talents and goals. Together we strive to cultivate a community
based on trust and respect.  

This job description is a general outline of the responsibilities and duties.
Additionally, it is not limited to these specifications and is subject to
revision by Blue Mountain Resort at any time.  

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background
investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment
Eligibility Verification.  

Blue Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected
veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requirements

• Day camp staff must be at least 16 years old. Overnight camp staff must be at least 18 years old.
• A strong enthusiasm for outdoors and recreation
• Enjoys planning and directing group activities and events
• Possesses the ability to work both within a team and independently without direct supervision
• Strong communication skills both written and verbally
• Extraordinary ability to provide outstanding guest service
• Previous experience with children in an educational or recreation setting is preferred but not required
• Must have ability to organize and manage groups

Nice To Haves

• BG PA State
• BG Fingerprinting
• BG Child Abuse

Responsibilities

• Leads and develops fun, engaging recreational activities and events, such as hiking, rock climbing, ziplines, ropes courses, laser tag, archery, biking, and kayaking
• Manages an assigned group of campers through various activities during the entirety of the shift
• Supports fellow teammates during meals, activity set up/break down, and breaks
• Maintains various program records, including attendance logs, inspection documents, and incident reports
• Consistently enforces all safety guidelines and procedures
• Applicants are eligible to be daytime counselors or overnight counselors - schedules will vary week-to-week based on camper enrollment and staff availability.

Benefits

• Team members enjoy benefits including a free season pass and activities around the resort, discounts on food and merchandise, and special team celebrations in an environment that gives you the opportunity to play where you work!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees