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Camp Woodmont on Lookout Mountain in North Georgia selects college students or graduates interested in working with young people in an outdoor summer camp setting. Most camp counselors have a background in education, recreation, sports and related areas or have previous summer camp experience; however, we also hire many counselors without previous camping experience. If you are looking for summer work that involves working with children in a fun outdoor setting, then camp counseling at Camp Woodmont would be a great job for you. Camp counseling is also great work to list on a resume; many employers view it as extremely positive experience because it demonstrates the development of a high level of positive character traits.

KITCHEN MANAGER NEEDED (MORE DETAILS BELOW)

This information sheet will discuss the Camp’s philosophy and policies so you can determine if you would like to be a counselor. Camp Woodmont hires college students or graduates who have a unique mix of desirable personality and character traits such as the following:

Excellent leadership skills
Physical stamina
Patience and fairness
Well groomed appearance
High morals
Christian values
Enthusiasm
Respect for authority
Emotional maturity
Dependability
Sincere love and respect of Children

Counselors live in cabins with about six to eight campers and serve as leader and role model. As a cabin counselor you will teach campers how to live together in the cabin and to keep the cabin clean and neat. Counselors are expected to instill high personal standards in their campers. Tobacco, alcohol, drugs and profanity are not allowed at Camp Woodmont. If you use tobacco in any form, we advise you not to apply; you may think you can quit for the summer, but most tobacco users are not able to quit unless they do so months in advance.

Counselors teach activities four periods each day and will plan and help direct evening activities. Some weeks, if enrollment is limited, some counselors may be expected to help in the kitchen or on the grounds. All counselors work cooperatively as a team with all other staff members to get the job done.

All counselors must hold current certification in CPR and First Aid. Check with the Red Cross and get certified in CPR and First Aid if you desire to be a camp counselor. Current special certifications such as Red Cross Lifeguard, WSI, Certified Horseback Instructor, etc. and previous experience as a counselor is desirable.

PRE-CAMP TRAINING: Counselors will attend Pre-Camp Training from Monday May 28, 2011 (arrive 2 – 4 PM) until Sat. June 2, 2012. Pre-camp training is extremely important because it gives counselors a chance to become oriented to the camp, learn more about policies and procedures, prepare to lead activities, and get to know each other and learn to work together as a team.

SCHEDULE: The 2012 camper season will run for eight weeks: 3 two-week sessions and 7 one-week sessions. Most counselors are able to work the entire summer; however, we may occasionally be able to work with a staff member who has a schedule conflict. Camper sessions begin Sunday, June 3, 2012 and end Friday, July 27. Occasionally there may be sessions with reduced camper enrollment and staff may be asked to take one or more weeks off based on the camp’s needs.

The 2012 schedule for counselors will be as follows:
Monday May 28 – Sat. June 2 Pre-Camp Training
Sunday June 3 – Friday June 15 TWO-WEEK session
Sunday June 17 – Friday June 29 TWO-WEEK session
Sunday July 1 – Friday July 6 ONE-WEEK (only some staff will work this week)
Sunday July 8 – Friday July 13 ONE-WEEK
Sunday July 15 – Friday July 27 TWO-WEEK session

Counselors will be on duty during each one and two-week session and may leave at the end of each session on Friday afternoon returning Sunday by 1 PM to prepare for the next group (cabins and bathhouses will be cleaned and swept before counselors leave). Counselors will have some free time during each session on a rotating basis plus a free period each day. The job of counselor is very intensive and requires much physical stamina and emotional maturity, so please understand the schedule and requirements beforehand.

COMPENSATION: Salaries are based on several criteria including education level, previous
experience, and special certifications. Most counselors earn from $1200 to $2,000 per season plus a merit bonus which is awarded at the end of the season to counselors based upon outstanding job performance (bonuses range from $100 to $300). Since room and board are included, counselors are able to save most of their pay and accumulate a significant amount by the end of the summer (the money isn’t spent on things like gasoline, living expenses, entertainment, or other incidentals). Camp Woodmont also gladly provides references to outstanding counselors for employment and academic purposes. Most employers and academic selection committees view camp counseling as very positive and valuable work experience.

For 15 and 16 year olds who wish to be considered as a CIT, click here to download our application.  (The CIT program is a camper program and CIT’s are not considered to be employees of the camp).

PLEDGE: Being selected as a counselor is an honor because of the importance of the work. Being a counselor is a hard job and is not for everyone. Please understand that counselors are expected to exhibit the highest character qualities. They are expected to follow all camp policies. They may not use tobacco (in any form), alcohol, use profanity, or do anything to a camper that could be interpreted as sexual molestation.

After reading this information sheet and the camp brochure carefully, if you agree with the camp’s policies and philosophy and desire to be considered as a counselor at Camp Woodmont, then read and complete the pledge and job application.

Call 423-472-6070 if you have questions.

I desire to become a camp counselor at Camp Woodmont, and I pledge to follow the policies of Camp Woodmont and to always put the interests of campers ahead of my own interests. If I find I cannot perform my duties as described above (and as modified or expanded by camp management), or if I find that my own philosophy conflicts with the Camp’s, I will leave the position voluntarily. I understand that should my performance not meet the camp’s standards that I may be asked to gather my belongings and leave camp immediately. Signed Date

We will start reviewing applications in early Jan. for 2012!

KITCHEN/FOOD SERVICE MANAGER NEEDED!

Ideal situation for RVers as we offer free RV hookup on concrete pad; internet access, free use of washer/dryer facilities, all meals/food and time off.

The Food Service Manger is responsible for creating and planning nutritious and appealing meals that are served on time to 75 to 120 people 3 times per day. Responsibilities include ordering the food, kitchen supplies and maintaining a clean, sanitary environment; will supervise, schedule and evaluate kitchen staff.  FSM will work with people from diverse back grounds including children, teenagers and young adults.  The ability to accommodate people with food allergies and vegetarians is a must.  Proactive involvement and positive attitude with campers and staff required. Food Service Director will report to Camp Director.  The positions pay generous market-level salaries with end-of-season performance bonuses (bonuses are based upon outstanding service).

Fill out application and email alyson@campwoodmont.com to let her know you’ve applied for the Food Service Manager position.

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