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Clarissa Gonzales

Smelterville,ID

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Highly-organized professional talented in promoting safety, activity engagement and positive behavior. Collaborate effectively with colleagues to generate innovative ideas and resolutions to complex problems.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Camp Counselor

Alacca Bible Camp
Harpster, ID
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
  • Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
  • Facilitated daily activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and fun environment for campers of diverse backgrounds.
  • Enforced safety rules while supervising high ropes course activities such as zip lining and rock climbing walls.
  • Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
  • Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
  • Facilitated group discussions and reflections, helping campers articulate their experiences and learn from one another.
  • Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
  • Introduced new arrivals to other participants, explained facility rules and encouraged participation.
  • Trained and mentored new camp counselors, sharing best practices and ensuring consistent quality of camper experiences.
  • Collaborated with fellow counselors in planning fun evening events such as movie nights or talent shows.
  • Managed conflict resolution among campers, promoting a positive and supportive community atmosphere.
  • Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
  • Coordinated with other counselors and staff to adapt programs to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.
  • Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents, and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
  • Led nightly devotional services for spiritual growth opportunities for all campers.
  • Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
  • Encouraged camper participation and engagement through enthusiastic leadership and role modeling.
  • Conferred with management to discuss and resolve participant complaints.
  • Monitored camper behaviors during meals ensuring proper hygiene habits were followed.
  • Provided positive and authoritative approach to guiding behavior by using age-appropriate limits and choices.

Education

High School Diploma -

Agua Dulce High School
Agua Dulce, TX
05-2023

Skills

  • Group activity implementation
  • Life skills development
  • Conservation and sustainability
  • Problem-solving
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Arts and crafts
  • Activity scheduling
  • Camper support and assistance
  • Emergency response
  • Time management
  • Group supervision and management
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Positive engagement
  • Effective communication
  • Patience and understanding
  • Clear communication
  • Decision-making

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Camp Counselor

Alacca Bible Camp
06.2023 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Agua Dulce High School
Clarissa Gonzales