Cabin Leader Qualifications & responsibilities
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Desire, willingness and ability to work with children 8-17.
Willingness and ability to work with adults.
Ability to lead activities and assist in leading activities.
Ability to accept guidance and supervision.
Ability to communicate and work with groups participating, and provide necessary instructions to campers and staff.
Abilities to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activities.
Physically able to assist campers and/or staff in an emergency situation.
Physically able to participate in camp activities.
Physically able to maneuver throughout camp on own accord.
Must be able to stay in un-air conditioned sleeper cabins with campers.
Must be able to handle being in indoor spaces, that are loud and seem chaotic.
Must be able to function while being tired and hot.
Cabin Leaders Report to:
The Cabin Director
General Responsibility:
To ensure that the campers’ needs are met
Specific Responsiblities:
Ensure the health and safety of each camper.
Supervise campers and assist in daily activities.
Engage campers by participating in camp activities with the campers.
Assist the campers in their cabin and camp chores.
Model camp rules and policies.
Communicate effectively to enforce safety regulations.