EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

If you’re a professional with a background in education, child development or recreational enrichment; if you’re an outgoing, friendly individual with lots of energy and enjoy working with kids we strongly encourage you to send us a cover letter and resume. Please send your resume to
employment@kbia.net.

Junior & Senior Counselors

Junior & Senior Counselors gain experience in leadership by assisting staff in the instruction of various classes, helping with administrative functions and working at KBIA community events. Counselors assist with safety on the KBIA campus, beach, and playground. In addition, Counselors support KBIA’s mission through service learning projects, including helping maintain the Cove and Mother’s Beach. Senior Counselors are eligible for a greater range of opportunities and responsibilities, which includes assisting in the teaching of classes, mentoring and organizing social events. Counselors receive compensation based on age, experience, and certifications. Weekly schedules are provided allowing Counselors the flexibility to make the most of their summer by pursuing additional employment and other activities if desired. However, last-minute scheduling adjustments are sometimes necessary, and we ask Counselors to support such changes.  Junior and Senior Counselors must complete a Counselor Application.

Please note: Every effort will be made to accommodate areas of interest but assignments cannot be guaranteed. Due to the nature of some classes, applicants with advanced certifications will be given preference. There is limited Counselor space available. Applicants with CIT or Counselor experience at KBIA, and those able to participate for four or more consecutive weeks, will be given preference. Applications are reviewed as they’re received, applying quickly is advised. Applications received after May 15 may not receive a response and it is likely that some or all of the positions will be filled by March 30th.

2010 KBIA Counselor Application

Counselor Job Description

KBIA Counselors assist in the planning, teaching, coordinating and carrying out of daily camp programs, classes and activities. Counselors are expected to act as role models and guide campers in their personal growth and life skills.

Job Functions:
Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their classes and in their activities at KBIA. Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers; assist campers to develop effective communication and relationship skills and respect for each other as well as their surroundings and the environment.

• Assure campers are properly supervised at all times.
• Enforce safety guidelines at all times.

Participate in the development and implementation of program and class activities for campers.

• Responsible for leading or assisting with the teaching of activities.
• Actively participate in all classes as assigned.

Maintain high standards of safety in all activities for campers and staff.

• Provide daily care for each camper within your supervision.
• Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to supervisors.

Act as a role model to campers and staff in both attitude and behavior.

• Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
• Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.

Be a proper representative of KBIA when interacting with parents or community members.

• Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their children to have a successful KBIA experience.
• Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public to ensure a positive image of KBIA.

Other Job Duties:

• Provide supervision for campers while campers are transported to and from the KBIA Campus or during scheduled classes or activities off of KBIA property.
• Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interact with wide age range.
• Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner at all times.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated program areas.

Age Requirements
KBIA recognizes that the developmental stage of a person is keyed not only to age, but also the stage of schooling.  Therefore, we grant exceptions for those with summer birthdays; please contact the Executive Director for more information.

For more information about the CIT Program please click here.

Additional Requirements

• Jr./Sr. Counselors: Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid and CPR either through the Red Cross or the American Heart Association.
• Jr./Sr. Counselors: Mandatory attendance at Orientation Weekend, June 26-27
• Junior Counselors under the age of 16 must have a Maine State Work Permit. To request this form, please contact:

Kennebunk Superintendent of Schools
87 Fletcher Street
Kennebunk, ME 04043
(207)985-1100

• Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and supply required documentation.