Part Time Sports Camp Counselor

Genesis Health Clubs

Part Time Sports Camp Counselor

West Des Moines, IA +8 locations
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Do you enjoy working with children, getting paid to play, and the idea of working in a family and fitness oriented environment? This position is ideal for candidates looking to build their resume with a high-energy, FUN-forward position working with youth! We are looking for aspiring professionals who are passionate about working with youth. This position is an ideal opportunity to grow professional skills, experience challenges that support personal growth, and build lifelong connections in a positive environment. Being a Camp Counselor is tough, incredibly fulfilling and worthwhile work.

    Genesis Health Clubs is the largest privately owned health club in the nation! We believe staff is family, and together, we can help others take charge of their health! We invest in our team members with exceptional training, quality benefits, and professional opportunities for growth within the company!

    Requirements:

    This position requires a person to be physically fit and mentally alert. There may be a need for standing, walking, sitting, lifting, kneeling, reaching, handling, thinking, reasoning, and calculating, some of it constant

    A positive attitude and professional behavior are expected and displayed consistently in all dealings with members and/or fellow Team members

    Must have one year of experience working with children

    CPR/First Aid/AED for adults, infants, and children or ability to obtain certification

    Highly motivated and enthusiastic with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    Available to work days full time Monday-Friday and able to commit to entire summer season

    Responsible for securing reliable transportation to and from work

    State Specific Licensing Requirements as applicable

    Basic Responsibilities:

    Leading a team of campers through their “one week” camp experiences

    Developing youth friendships to ensure each child is connected to their camp community

    Completing daily opening and closing procedures, as well as safety logs

    Daily written and verbal communication with Camp parents, team members, club members, and Camp Site Director

    Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the specific needs of the campers in your care and communicate safety or behavior concerns with appropriate parties

    Ensure each area of the club utilized by the camp is on Brand, clean, and in good repair

    Find coverage for sick days and communicate planned vacation days prior to the start of the season

    Benefits of Employment:

    Free childcare - enroll your children in camp

    Free premier membership to ALL Genesis Health Clubs while employed, plus discounts for spouse and children

    Minimal weekend and evening responsibilities outside of initial training

    Ongoing training in youth development, leadership, and professionalism

    Opportunity for multi-department work and/or year round employment with club

    Offsite work going on field trips

    Staff discounts on supplements, smoothies, personal training, and more

    Internships and letters of recommendation as earned

    End of Season Staff Celebration

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  • Locations
    West Des Moines, IA • Topeka, KS • Goddard, KS • Wichita, KS • St. Joseph, MO • Liberty, MO • Omaha, NE • Lincoln, NE