Summer Junior Camp Counselor at Hopkinton & Natick Boathouses

Junior Camp Counselor

Hopkinton and Natick Boathouses, managed by Guest Services, Inc., are now hiring seasonal, summer junior camp counselors. This position is specifically for those ages 16 and 17. If you are 18 or older, please apply to the regular camp counselor position.

Camp runs for 9 weeks from June through August on Monday through Fridays. If you love working outdoors with children and teaching them how to kayak, canoe, SUP and sail this is a great opportunity for you! Junior camp counselors may be asked to work at both Hopkinton and Natick locations. Apply today to join our All-Star Team!

JOB SUMMARY

To provide supervision of the water to ensure safe boating operations. Teach beginning and intermediate boating skills to campers and junior staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Co-teach beginning and intermediate boating skills
• Work with Counselors to hep with lead games and activities
• Co-leading and co-teaching groups children
• Supervising of children ages 8 - 15
• Supervision of on-the-water activities
• Working weekday hours. Weekend hours might also be required
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Customer Service and Leadership skills
• Intermediate knowledge of boating such as kayaking, sailing etc.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Driver's License recommended or reliable transportation to work site required
• Red Cross CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard or Equivalent Required
• 1 year teaching experience with at least one type of boating discipline such as sailing, kayaking, SUP, or canoeing preferred.
• USSailing, ACA Certifications preferred
• Basic proficiency in speaking Spanish, Portuguese (and/or Hindi for MA locations only) preferred

PHYSICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS

The work required is moderately physically demanding and requires a medium level of physical fitness. You will be required to do the following:

Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.