Performing Arts Program Counselor

PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM COUNSELOR

Position Description

ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION: Our mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships. 

POSITION SUMMARY: The Performing Arts Program Counselor provides campers with a physically and emotionally safe space to practice creative expression through performing art activities such as stage combat, dance, comedy, creative writing, scene design, costume design, performance, etc.

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 age and ability appropriate performing arts activities.
• Complete participation notes and attendance notes daily for all campers who attend performing arts activities.
• Communicate with co-counselor and supervisor appropriately to balance responsibilities as a program instructor with responsibilities as a cabin counselor. 
• Actively participate in camp life and programming outside of performing arts activities including evening activities, camper choice time, theme days, bus duty, and more.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• This position is compensated at a rate of $700 per week, pre-tax.
• Our summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• At PEAK we believe: every living being has inherent value, the community is better when everyone contributes, we can only grow when we are honest about our mistakes, and everyone has the power to change their world.
• Experience in performing arts settings (theater, dance etc).
• 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.

REQUIREMENTS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Must be able to 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.
• Age-appropriate CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification (PEAK will provide during staff training if needed)
• Must be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma or GED to apply.

REPORTING AND RELATIONSHIPS

• The Performing Arts Program Counselor reports to a Program Coordinator with direction from Assistant Director of Programs & Expeditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• The camp environment is often hot, humid, or rainy. You must be able to work outside for sustained periods of time without air conditioning. 
• Position requires standing, stooping, sitting, and walking long distances in hilly terrain.
• 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.