Job Details
FIELD TRIP LEADER (CAMP COUNSELOR)
ATX KIDS CLUB is an Austin-based non-profit that helps youth develop self-confidence and independence by fearlessly exploring their city on year-round urban field trip adventures. Our program and curriculum are designed to create a space for campers to discover a new sense of self, place, and adventure by expanding their sense of the world around them. We partner with local organizations and businesses that help create life-changing adventures for our kids.
Culture: We are committed to cultivating an organizational culture that is deeply rooted in our core values of respect, integrity, and honesty. We create and implement programs with a keen awareness of cultural differences and treat all campers, staff, volunteers, and community partners with respect and appreciation.
Position Overview: The Field Trip Leader position will be responsible for leading campers, ages 4-8 on high-quality, life-changing adventure field-trips through our Summer Camp Adventures program. We are looking for an applicant to join our team that thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and will be self-motivated and have a strong work ethic. As a member of the ATX KIDS CLUB Team, Field Trip Leaders report directly to the Program Specialists. This position will be based out of our Garrison Park location in South Austin.
Responsibilities
- Develop positive relationships with participants, parents, partners, and other staff to ensure high levels of satisfaction
- Collect necessary program data to support grant outcomes and impact
- Maintain compliance with all safety and program standards
- Travel within Austin on CapMetro with a small group of campers (8:1 ratio) to a set destination for a different educational experience each day
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience in child/youth development or related field
- Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
- Strong initiative, self-motivated, critical thinker
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Skill working with diverse clients and communities
- Ability to facilitate cooperative work
- Ability to communicate effectively with children/youth and foster their involvement and participation
- Must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver s license, reliable transportation, and safe driving record.
- Working Cell Phone
Next Steps: If you are interested in joining the ATX KIDS CLUB team, please send a letter of interest and a current resume to ...@atxkidsclub.org.
- Summer Camp Hours are 8:30am - 5:30pm. Program runs May 28 August 16, 2024. Required to attend Training (May 17th, May 20-23, 2024) and Kick-off Celebration on May 19th.