Summer Camp Counselor Milwaukee Campus

Milwaukee, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Howyoullimpactour mission:

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring aseasonal Summer Camp Counselortoengage young people who have completed grades 1-9in our fun-filled camp Summer Camp Counselor reports to the Director of Youth Programs and is based at the Milwaukee a40 hourper week role thatrunsfrom June15 August 21with trainingtaking place the week of for a rewardingseasonalrolethat makes a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and people while working alongside a supportive team apply today!

Key accountabilities:

Lead campers through games hands-on activities presentations and interactions with animals

Facilitate high-impact camp programs in alignment with organizational resources and priorities

Support youth program volunteers whoassistwith camp activities

Provide a safe interactive learning environment for campers and animals in a fast-paced environment

Follow all camp and youth programs protocols

Monitor effectiveness of camp activities and programs and work with youth programs staff on any adjustments needed

Set up and clean up camp space and classrooms

Use organizationally aligned positive behavior strategies to support youth

Qualifications:

At least 18 years old

Ability to travel to the Milwaukee Campus

Availablefor aminimumof eightof theweeks of camp and training listed above

Comfortable presenting to diverse groups of young people and communicating to a wide variety of audiences

Dedicated to providing strong customer service

Experience and ability to effectively work with young people who have completed grades 1-9 and meet them where they are

Works well with a team and can lead outlined activities with minimal supervision

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment anddemonstrateflexibility while juggling multiple responsibilities

Comfortable handling dogs cats and small animals like rabbits and guinea pigs

Demonstrated alignment with our mission people-centered philosophy and organizational values of compassion respect and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approach

Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work

HourlyRate:$15

Benefits for all staff include:

403(b) retirement plan

Mental health and counseling support:all employees and members of their household have access to ourEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)with six free counseling sessions per year

Limited low-cost wellness and veterinary care services for staff members animals

Discounts on adoption fees training classes youth programsretailand events

Come seewhy over 280 staff call WHS home!Youllbehappyyou did!

About us:

TheWisconsin Humane Society(WHS) is the oldest and largest shelter in was founded in 1879 and operates shelters in Milwaukee Ozaukee Racine Door Brown and Kenosha Counties as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allisand a wildlife rehabilitation center in organization offers adoption services youth programs low-cost veterinary resources retail stores volunteer programs dog training classes and much more. WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group.

The Wisconsin Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer.

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DescriptionHowyoullimpactour mission:The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring aseasonal Summer Camp Counselortoengage young people who have completed grades 1-9in our fun-filled camp Summer Camp Counselor reports to the Director of Youth Programs and is based at the Milwaukee a40 hourper week ...