Youth Activities Counselor
We are currently recruiting for the position of Youth Activities Counselor for Disney Cruise Line.
Job Summary:
Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.
As a Youth Activities Counselor you will interact and supervise children ages 3-17 year old by providing a safe and entertaining environment in our Youth Activities spaces onboard our ships & paradise locations. You will need to be flexible with your work schedule, job tasks, and work locations as you start your new adventure in the Youth Activities department. As a Youth Activities Counselor, you will work in partnership with our Entertainment Host team, by providing program support to ensure all department and shipboard goals are met.
You will report to the Youth Activities Manager
Responsibilities:
•Interact with and supervise all children participating in Youth Activities programs, ages 3-17
years
•Assist in the set-up for all facilitated activities and execute clean-up duties upon completion of
program; monitor audio and lighting needs as needed
•Assist with the cleaning and sanitizing of spaces and objects, before, during, and after the
facilities open; keep all spaces tidy during operating hours
•Provide registration/check-in/check-out services for Guests in children’s spaces on the ship,
Disney Castaway Cay/ Disney Lookout Cay; operate multiple computer programs
•Prepare food trays for children during meal or snack times
•Provide program support and assistance by partnering with the Entertainment Host team
•Facilitate and present small-scale activities independently or with other Youth Counselors, as
needed
•Perform meet-and-greet functions in the Oceaneer’s Club and Oceaneer’s Lab for children
and parents on embarkation day. This includes tours of facilities, overview of programs, and
registration of children
•Assist in facilitation of adult or family activities as scheduled; may include welcome line, game
shows, crowd control, hosting a lounge, bingo, Port Adventures dispatch or related
•Assist in recreational activities on Disney Castaway Cay/ Disney Lookout Cay as scheduled;
may include boat rental, snorkel rental, and snorkel instruction, if applicable based upon ship
•Function as a Nursery Counselor as necessary
Required Basic Qualifications:
•Minimum 18 months' recent experience working with children in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
in recreation, resort, day care, classroom, or before/ after school care setting, OR 3+ seasons (3 months
each) of overnight and/or day camp experience.
•Passion for engaging children in entertaining programs and activities.
•Schooling in recreation, education, or related field of study focusing on youth preferred.
•Strong English oral and written communication; candidates must score 80% or higher on Marlins English
skills test, if required.
•Experience using computers.
•Good comprehension of the importance of following and maintaining health and sanitation guidelines.
•Ability to be proactive and spontaneously entertain high volumes of children with high energy in the
absence of planned activities; relating well to audiences of all ages and sizes.
•Strong collaborative skills, organizational skills and detail oriented.
•Committed to guest satisfaction. Must be able to multi-task and demonstrate a sense of urgency when
serving guests.
•Must be adaptable and flexible in an ever-changing environment
Preferred Experience:
•Bilingual or multilingual abilities a plus.
•Microphone experience preferred.
•Knowledge and experience of working with special needs children a plus.
Additional Information:
This is a shipboard role
You must:
- Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
- Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
- Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
- If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations
Your Responsibilities:
- Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
- Complete a pre-employment medical
- Obtain a criminal background check
- Bring approved work shoes
Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.
About Disney Cruise Line:
A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. Aboard the fleet of six ships – the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish and Disney Treasure – and Disney’s private paradises in the Bahamas - Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay, crew members provide guests with unparalleled service, enchanting storytelling and immersive family entertainment that only Disney can deliver.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
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