Youth Activities Counselor

Job Title: Youth Activities Counselor
Effective Date: 3/1/26
Department: Youth Activities
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Reports To: Youth Activities Director

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The Youth Activities Counselor is responsible for all activities related to youth activities at the club including but not limited to assisting in creating, implementing, and overseeing family-friendly events and youth programs, set-up, clean up, and supervising younger members in a safe and friendly way.

POSITION FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Greet members and guests in a professional and friendly manner.
• Respond to member questions by providing correct information and answering telephone in professional manner.
• Assist with ser-up, decorations, and safety checks before events.
• Host and engage children and families in activities, including pool activities, events, camps, and holiday events.
• Assist parents signing their children in and out and checking identification.
• Be knowledgeable of and comply, at all times, with the Club’s standards, policies and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Ensure knowledge of all children’s allergies and special needs.
• Supervise children and use good judgement when in our care. Adhere to all rules regarding younger members.
• Assist with handling kids’ meals.
• Communicate effectively and inform immediate supervisors of any unforeseen circumstances and react appropriately.
• Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and secure locking of children’s playroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned by managers.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Must possess CPR and First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of Outlook, internet applications, and use of office equipment.
• Must have knowledge of age-appropriate activities and enjoy working with all age groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with members, guests, clients, and employees.
• Must possess excellent communication skills including strong verbal, written and positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to project voice and get attention of and cooperation from young members.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.
• Must work in a safe, prudent, and organized manner.
• Ability to interact effectively with members, guests, and staff of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and education levels.
• Excellent team player with ability to work hands on in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Requires ability to safely lift items up to 30 pounds.
• Continuous walking and standing.
• Frequent lifting, bending, stooping, pulling and repetitive actions.
• Be physically able to reach, bend, and stoop.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Must be effective in listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by members, guests, and team members.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in an indoor/outdoor setting, busy and noisy environment. Some varied weather conditions are expected with exposure to heat/humidity, or cool/cold weather. Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, and extended hours as business dictates.

For nearly a century, one of New England’s most cherished private golf clubs has offered a lifestyle experience unsurpassed in the Boston area. Blue Hill Country Club is proud to embrace it's history hosting the 1956 PGA Championship, LPGA events and many Massachusetts Golf Association qualifiers and championships. Still rich in tradition, Blue Hill is cultivating a new era that is a perfect fit for the modern family. The club has warmly embraced it's near century-old roots and is looking to it's future with a renewed vibrancy and vision. Conveniently located just 15 minutes outside of Boston, the Club is situated at the base of Blue Hill, fittingly named for the bluish hue of its visible granite faces. Members and guests of Blue Hill Country Club enjoy the easy-going, laid-back charm of the Club, and its endless array of amenities. From championship-caliber golf, swimming, dining and social events, Blue Hill offers it all, and so much more. Here, our diverse membership is united in the traditions of our Club through the spirit and challenge of the game, and the shared values of fair play, hard work, and dedication to family and community. Our club’s park-like oasis is our playground providing a retreat for the perfect game of golf, summer swimming, camps, family events, and more. Blue Hill Country Club is so much more than golf. Members tee it up, practice, or just relax around the heated swimming pool while planning for a delectable meal later in the day or evening on our outdoor patio/bar or restaurant.