Summer Seasonal Boating Program Counselor

The Kellogg PEAK Initiative is seeking full-time summer seasonal employees to join our Day Camp team in Milwaukee, WI and our Residential (overnight) Camp team in Boscobel, WI. From Counselors to Program Instructors to Leadership positions to Food Service Staff, we are looking for a diverse team to provide an incredible leadership development experience for our campers this summer. Regardless of career path, our summer staff gain leadership and professional skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives, such as communication, flexibility, creativity, problem solving, and relationship-building. 

Starting at $600/week for counselors at Lake Valley Camp (housing and meals are included).
Starting at $15/hour for counselors in Milwaukee.
Increased rate of pay for positions with increased responsibilities at both sites.
 

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide safe, engaging, and progressive boating activities (primarily canoeing and kayaking) at the lake, including training first time boaters as well as more experienced participants.

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Live in a cabin with a co-counselor and 8 campers, and provide active supervision and attention to the physical and emotional wellbeing of campers during all on-duty hours.

• Provide canoe and kayak programming at the lake and maintain the quality of boating and fishing supplies in the lakefront boating shed.
• Complete lifeguard shifts at the pool as needed.
• Communicate and enforce all aquatics policies and procedures with staff and campers to ensure a safe waterfront.
• Actively participate in camp programming outside of lakefront activities including evening activities, camper choice time, bus duty, and more.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• This position is compensated at a rate of $650 per week plus a $50 weekly bonus for valid lifeguard certification during weeks worked, pre-tax.
• Our summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees.
• Position requires a lifeguard certification. PEAK can provide training prior to employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Key competencies: Grit, Growth Mindset, Self Management, Teamwork, Empathy, and Initiative
• Previous experience canoeing or kayaking.
• Belief that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable. 
• Enthusiasm about new experiences and ability to self-manage to bring a consistent level of energy all summer long.
• Calm under pressure and able to keep safety at the forefront of work.

REQUIREMENTS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Must reside on the LVC resident camp property in Boscobel, WI starting with two weeks of staff training in June and ending after the last camp program lets out in mid-August.

• Must be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma or GED to apply.

• Current Lifeguard Certification (PEAK can provide training prior to employment)

REPORTING AND RELATIONSHIPS

• The Boating Program Counselor will report to the Aquatics Coordinator and receive guidance from the Assistant Director of Camp Programs & Expeditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS 

• The pool at LVC is an outdoor facility and the camp environment is often hot or rainy. You must be able to work outside for sustained periods of time without air conditioning. 
• Position requires standing, stooping, walking long distances in hilly terrain, and often lifting and moving heavy canoes/boats.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations, including the ability to enter and exit the pool quickly and potentially assist or lift distressed swimmers of varying weights and heights. 
• Position requires working weekends and nights, with time off in between camp sessions. Camp days are often long and at times require late night camper support. Staff will have daily scheduled breaks.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: 

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made in appropriate circumstances to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

PEAK Initiative is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.