2025 Day Camp Counselor
2025 Day Camp Counselor
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Are you a dynamic and personable individual with a passion for fostering positive experiences for children Join Common Ground this summer as a Day Camp Counselor where you will shine in creating an engaging and enriching outdoor environment. As the leader for a group of campers youll guide them through a series of daily activities cultivating values such as cooperation respect and community. Prior experience is not required; our comprehensive training program ensures youre wellprepared for this fulfilling role. This opportunity can be a fun outdoor summer job or can mark the beginning of a rewarding career dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children!
Position Type: Seasonal/FullTime (MondayFriday 8am4pm)
Season: June 9thAugust 15th 10 weeks)
Training: June 913
Compensation: $10.70/ hour during Training Week 1 wk.
$13.00/hour during Camp weeks 9 wks.
Essential Job Functions:
- Supervise a group of 1015 children between the ages of 615 while serving as their role model and primary caregiver MondayFriday during camp hours of 9am3pm.
- Prepare conduct and adapt camp activities from provided activity plans according to weekly themes.
- Engage campers with a fun welcoming and safe atmosphere for exploration learning and play.
- Guide your campers through various activity areas ensuring a safe and timely transition.
- Provide the daily care of each camper in your assigned group including assisting with personal health needs and assist with personal/health/behavioral concerns.
- Actively participate in the daily opening and closing of camp during the season including cleanup of facilities and preparation of program areas.
- Follow and uphold all safety and security rules policies and procedures.
Skills and Abilities:
- Enthusiastic about working with a diverse and energetic group of children ages 614
- Balances and prioritizes competing needs and maintains focus in the face of distractions.
- Contributes to a positive and supportive team culture with differing personalities.
- Flexible and adaptable in changing situations.
- Maintains kindness humor and patience with children and coworkers even while facing stressful situations.
- Selfmotivated and willing to step in when theres a need to be fulfilled.
- Physically able to navigate uneven outdoor terrain including slopes steps riverbeds and woods.
- Resilient and maintains positivity in challenging weather including rain heat and highhumidity.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old and possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must successfully pass the FBI/BCI Background Check.
- Must successfully complete Summer Camps Training.
- Previous camp experience preferred but not required
Opportunities:
- Paid weeklong camp training provided at $10.70/hour
- Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certification provided.
- FBI/BCI Criminal Background Check provided.
- Free participation in activities such as zipline course climbing wall and high ropes
- Children or younger siblings can attend summer camp free of charge
NOTE: While an attempt was made to present an inclusive listing other responsibilities may arise.
Employment Type
Hourly
