Overview
As a Trips Counselor, you will be helping campers explore and discover a passion for the world around them by taking them to many locations throughout the white mountains. You will also be teaching them about the wildlife and plants in the different locations you go to through engaging lessons you create. The Trips Counselor is responsible for the oversight of all off-site trips, which include, but is not limited to, hikes, canoe trips, rope course adventures, biking excursions, medical runs, airport transportation, and more. You will also work with the Office Manager, Program Director, and Camp Director to organize transportation for camper arrival and departure dates.
All staff are required to be vaccinated against Covid-19.
What we need from you
Work with the Travel Manager and Camp Director to ensure that camper pickup and drop-offs run on time.
Ensure appropriate transportation to and from trip locations.
Comply with Cody’s driving and transportation policies.
Make sure each vehicle is appropriately equipped with First Aid supplies.
Coordinate with the Food Service Director for bagged meals for each trip.
Coordinate with the Health Center Director for any required camper/staff medications.
Keep accurate logs of mileage, gas, and all damages to rented vehicles.
Conduct a regular check of equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
Assist with all-camp events, evening programs, and trips.
Complete tasks as assigned by supervisors.
What skills & experience you’ll bring to us
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
Experience driving a seven to fifteen-passenger vans and/or vehicles of similar size
Experience working with children
Knowledge of safety practices as applicable to driving and maintaining rented vehicles
Endurance and stamina needed to provide constant programming and supervision to campers and staff
Willingness to work late hours
Positive attitude and sense of humor
Salary & benefits
Camp Cody offers a competitive salary, room and board, staff training, weekly laundry service, camp t-shirts, weekly day-off, access to our snack-stocked staff lounge, and lifelong friendships! International salaries may differ to accommodate for sponsoring agency fees.
Qualifications:
Must be 21+ and have a valid driving license
Must be vaccinated against Covid-19
Required Skills:
Previous experience working with children is preferred
About Camp Cody
Camp Cody, located in Freedom New Hampshire, has been in operation since 1926 and we have been providing life-changing summers to children and staff of all ages. Our team is made up of teachers, professors, sports coaches, entrepreneurs, hikers, bikers, travelers, video game conquerors and so much more. We are your Cody family. People who help provide a safe and fun environment for children to spend their summers in.
