Youth Counselor

Youth Counselor

Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club Inc

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description


POSITION SUMMARY: The Youth Counselor is responsible for the safety and positive environment of the children at Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club. He/she will continually strive to enhance their experience and deliver an atmosphere that is consistent with the Club’s mission, vision and core values by performing the following duties:


ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensures all areas are set up properly and timely and broken down each day.
  • Responsible for assisting the program staff during activities
  • Assists with all special events such as (but not limited to) Brunch with Santa, Easter Bunny Bash, Halloween, Movie Night, etc…
  • Knows the location of all children while signed into any Kids Club activity or event and maintains all sign in/out sheets.
  • Promotes a positive, healthy and safe environment for the Royal Palm children.
  • Creatively and effectively comes up with new ideas for the Kids’ Club.
  • Participates in all camp activities (golf, tennis, fishing, field games, etc)
  • Follows the Club’s employee dress code policy. Counselor’s uniform includes khaki pants or shorts (fingertip length), Club provided polo or t-shirt and Club provided name tag, worn on the right hand side of the shirt. If an employee has a visible tattoo, it must be covered.

Education / Experience

  • Working toward or has received a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Minimum 1 year related experience in a camp setting

Qualifications

  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Works well under pressure and time constraints
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends and holidays

Physical Requirements (The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

  • Must be able to lift, push, pull and move up to 25 lbs.
  • Frequent reaching, bending, turning, climbing, squatting, stooping and stretching
  • Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Normal vision and hearing ranges required
  • Able to work in extreme outside conditions for an extended period of time

03/2017




Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Youth Counselor?

A: To succeed as a Youth Counselor, key technical skills include knowledge of child development, crisis intervention, and counseling theories, as well as proficiency in communication and documentation. Essential soft skills include empathy, active listening, and conflict resolution, which enable counselors to build trust and establish positive relationships with their clients. By combining these technical and interpersonal strengths, Youth Counselors can effectively support the emotional, social, and educational needs of their clients, ultimately leading to improved outcomes and career advancement opportunities.

Q: What is the career path for a Youth Counselor?

A: A Youth Counselor's typical career progression involves starting as an Entry-Level Counselor, providing direct support and guidance to youth in residential or community settings. As they gain experience and develop their skills, they can move into Mid-Level roles such as Program Coordinator or Team Lead, overseeing program operations and mentoring junior staff. Senior roles like Program Director or Clinical Supervisor often follow, where they oversee program development, staff management, and strategic planning, with opportunities to specialize in areas like trauma-informed care or youth development.



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