Waterfront Counselor

Who we are

Camp Cody is a co-ed Summer Camp in Freedom, New Hampshire. Since 1926, we have been providing unique experiences for campers and staff of all ages worldwide. Our Cody team is made up of teachers, athletes, coaches, creatives, hikers, bikers, travelers, and so much more. Together, we provide a safe and fun environment where campers and staff create life-long memories.

What you’ll be doing

The General Waterfront Counselor is someone who guides and ensures the safety of campers as they engage in a variety of camp activities. As the General Waterfront Counselor, utilizing your areas of expertise, you will assist in activity planning and implementation for up to 6 activity periods per day across a wide range of activity areas; canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, lifeguarding, and being a spotter on a motor boat. In this role, you will bring fun, engaging programming to life for our campers and facilitate memories that will last a lifetime.

What we need from you

Assist in planning and implementing waterfront activities based on assigned waterfront areas, specific to age and ability.
Work with the Waterfront team to ensure the cleanliness of the waterfront area.
Follow and enforce Camp Cody’s waterfront safety protocols, and ensure all campers and staff are tagging in and out of the waterfront.
Maintain constant supervision of campers; acting immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of campers in event of an emergency.

What skills & experience you’ll bring to us

Proven experience in working with children, and waterfront experience.
Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced camp environment.
Ability to act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Physical ability to lead activities for 6 to 8 hours per day.
Displays an energetic and positive personality.
Lifeguard certification (training available).

Salary & benefits

Camp Cody offers a competitive salary, room and board, staff training, weekly laundry service, camp t-shirts, weekly day-off, access to our snack-stocked staff lounge, and lifelong friendships! International staff salaries may differ to accommodate sponsoring agency fees.

How to get in touch

Apply by visiting: https://campcody.com/staff/
Email: staff@campcody.com