THF Summer Camp LifeguardCounselor

The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization an internationally recognized cultural destination and a one-of-a-kind workplace. The Henry Ford provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects stories and lives from Americas traditions of ingenuity resourcefulness and innovation. Our purpose is to inspire people to learn from these traditions to help shape a better future. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward and that aligns with our core values of being Welcoming Curious Authentic and Passionate.

Counselors are responsible for delivering high-quality fun educational and safe camp experiences for campers ages 613. Counselors facilitate pre-designed weekly programming support camper wellbeing and contribute to a positive camp culture aligned with The Henry Fords mission and Model i learning framework. Counselors may also support aquatic-based activities and are expected to maintain a safe environment by applying lifeguarding first aid and emergency response procedures when assigned. Lifeguard-certified staff provide an additional level of safety supervision and emergency preparedness across camp programs. Pathway Assignment:Pathways aredeterminedby the hiring team and included in the official job offer. Candidates mayindicateinterest but final placement depends on availability experience staffing levels and operational needs.

Role Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe engaging and educational programming aligned with THFs learning philosophy
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all campers by knowing and applying all camp policies and emergency procedures
• Maintainaccuraterecords including daily attendance and incident documentation
• Support maintenance of camp spaces supplies and daily flow
• Communicate effectively and professionally with campers families and colleagues
• UpholdThe HenryFord and Learning & Engagement guidelinesinprogram delivery
• Provide active supervision during all camp activities including aquatic-based programming when assigned
• Serve as a certified Waterfront Lifeguard when assigned providing active surveillance of aquatic activities enforcing water safety rules and responding to emergencies in accordance with lifeguard training and camp safety procedures
• Utilize lifeguarding first aid CPR and emergency response training to maintain a safe environment and respond appropriately to incidents
• Assist in implementing risk management and safety protocols to ensure camper wellbeing

• Perform other duties as assigned

Counselor Flex Pathway
Counselor Flex staff perform the same essential job functions as Counselors but serve in a fullday highly adaptive role that supports Extended Care and operational needs across all camp levels. This pathway is ideal for staff who thrive in variety problemsolving and campwide supportday solving andcamp widesupport.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Extended Care programming before and aftercamp
• Provide operational and programmatic support across all camp levels as needed
• Assistwith activity facilitation rotations setup/reset of program spaces and camper support
• Offerone-on-oneor small group support for campers who needadditionalassistance
• Support arrival/dismissal lunch coverage and transitions
• Work closely with Camp Supervisors toanticipateand respond to daily staffing and camper support needs

Scheduling

• Fullday role with flexibility to start as early as 6:30 a.m. and end as late as 6:30 p.m. depending on Extended Care enrollment and staffing needs.
• Schedule variesday-to-daybased on operational priorities.

Scheduling requirements:
Must be available for the following dates:

• Staff Training: 9 a.m. 5 p.m.
• Week B: July
• Week C: July
• Week D: July
• Week E: July
• Camp Wrap-up: August 3 4 2026

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Somecollegepreferred in the fields of education science history or other relatedfield
• Current Lifeguard Certification preferred; certifications in CPR First Aid and AED operation strongly preferred
• Waterfront Lifeguard Certification (or ability to obtain certification prior to the start of camp) preferred for staff assigned to aquatic programming
• Ability to successfully complete all required camp safety and emergency response training

Special Skills

• Collaborative team player committed tobuilding apositive camp environment
• Passionate about working with and supporting youth
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop counselors
• Confident supervising large groups of children in structured and unstructured settings
• Self-directed professional who thrives with minimal supervision
• Creative problem-solver who adapts quickly to dynamic camp needs
• Highly organized multi-tasker able to manage competing priorities effectively
• Knowledge of water safety practices and emergency response procedures
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency situations
• Current Lifeguard CPR First Aid and AED certifications preferred
• Strong observational and risk-assessment skills with a commitment to camper safety and wellbeing

Please note that this job description is subject to modifications at any time to meet the evolving requirements of our institution.

Respect inclusion and opportunity for people of all backgrounds will attract the best ideas to THF and help us shape a more vibrant future. By honoring and celebrating peoples diversity THF can bring new creativity effectiveness and leadership to our work and community. Achieving diversity equity inclusion and accessibility is a continuous process which we believe will contribute to a sustainable and inclusive world. Therefore we strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify with or belong to marginalized communities.

It is the policy of The Henry Ford to prohibit discrimination in any employment donor or volunteering opportunity including but not limited to based on race color sex sexual orientation gender gender identity/expression genetic information pregnancy religious creed national origin ancestry age physical/mental disability or any other such characteristic protected by federal state or local law. This Policy applies to all of our employees donors and volunteers to ensure that they are treated without discrimination.