Genesis Health Clubs is hiring: Sports Camp Counselor in Kansas City
Genesis Health Clubs, Kansas City, MO, United States, 64101
We're looking for fun-loving people to join our Camp team at Clayview Country Club!
If you want to spend your summer impacting young lives and getting paid to play in a beautiful and prestigious atmosphere, apply today!
This position is ideal for candidates looking to build their resume with a high-energy, FUN-forward role working with youth. We seek passionate aspiring professionals eager to grow their skills, face new challenges, and forge lifelong connections in a positive environment. Being a Camp Counselor is challenging, incredibly fulfilling, and worthwhile work.
Genesis Health Clubs is the largest privately owned health club in the nation! We believe staff is family, and together, we can help others take charge of their health. We invest in our team with exceptional training, benefits, and growth opportunities.
Requirements:
- Physically fit and mentally alert, capable of standing, walking, sitting, lifting, kneeling, reaching, handling, thinking, reasoning, and calculating as needed.
- Consistently positive attitude and professional behavior in dealings with members and team members.
- Minimum of one year experience working with children.
- CPR/First Aid/AED certification for adults, infants, and children, or ability to obtain it.
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Availability to work full-time days, Monday-Friday, and commit to the entire summer season.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- State-specific licensing requirements as applicable.
Basic Responsibilities:
- Leading a team of campers through their weekly camp experiences.
- Developing friendships with youth to ensure each child feels connected to the camp community.
- Completing daily opening and closing procedures, including safety logs.
- Communicating daily with parents, team members, club members, and the Camp Site Director.
- Understanding and communicating the specific needs of campers, including safety or behavioral concerns.
- Maintaining cleanliness, brand standards, and good repair of all camp areas.
- Finding coverage for sick days and communicating planned absences prior to the season.
Benefits of Employment:
- Free premier membership to Genesis Health Clubs during employment, with discounts for spouses and children.
- Weekend, early morning, and evening off outside of initial training; camp runs from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
- Ongoing training in youth development, leadership, and professionalism.
- Opportunities for multi-department work and year-round employment.
- Field trips and offsite activities.
- Staff discounts on supplements, smoothies, personal training, and more.
- Internships and letters of recommendation as earned.
- End-of-season staff celebration.