Counselors live in the cabins with the campers and are responsible for them while the campers are not at their activities. Counselors are assigned to activities as needed, and are responsible for all campers at their activity. Counselors must be willing to devote all of their time and energy to the campers and must realize there will be a limited time for personal activities.
The Program Coordinator is responsible for planning the day to day activities in an organized manner. They will work closely with the campers and staff to assure their enjoyment of all aspects of camp life.
Wranglers are responsible for the total care of the horses and leading daily, all day, and extended trip rides. Wranglers are responsible for for teaching campers the importance of horse safety, horse care, and proper riding techniques. They will also assist with other activities and tasks around camp.
Nurses are responsible for the dispensing of medication and caring for the sick and injured. They are responsible for packing and maintaining first aid kits for all out of camp trips, and relaying all camper needs to the appropriate counselor for each trip.
The cook is responsible for preparing three well-balanced meals each day, planning menus, and most of the food ordering. They will also be responsible for the planning and packing of food for all out of camp trips. The cook will have lodge staff to help them with day to day tasks.
The Summer Secretary is responsible for assisting in may office duties including answering phones and camper sign ups.
The Lodge and Grounds staff are responsible for setting the tables, washing the dishes, and keeping the lodge clean. Other responsibilities include pool maintenance, grounds, and trash removal. They will also assist with camper activities.
Instructors will spend 100% of their time with campers and are responsible for running all activities. Being devoted to working the full summer with little amounts of time off needs to be understood with each prospective staff member. Personal time is given second importance to the campers safety and fun. While at Anderson camps, counselors and campers sleep in cabins or tents on the camp property, when on trips, smaller tents are provided for everyone.
Instructors must be willing to devote all their time and energy to campers and must realize there will be a limited time for personal interests. Each session, counselors will write a report to parents concerning each specific camper as well as facilitate campers writing home during the session.
A dedication to working with young adults is essential. Along with the desire to work with youth, it is imperative to have ample wisdom and knowledge of kayaking, rock climbing, rafting and other outdoor craft skills. While it is understood that not everybody will be able to excell and lead in each of these activities, prior experience is important in hiring the applicant.
Safety is another key aspect to every applicants resume. References to a quality safety record and responsible experience, especially working in an enviornment with children, is another important issue in the application process.
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