Junior Camp Counselor

Job Description

Summer ushers in a whirlwind of summer camps with laughter and fun echoing through our parks. We’re looking for folks who love working with children, who value empathy, and who thrive having fun. 

A Junior Camp Counselor is an important member of our team. They support creating magical and impactful day camps for children ages 4-11. 

As a Junior Counselor, you’ll be spending your time:

• Working with a team of 2-3 staff members and a group of children in active/passive games, art and crafts, food experiences, outdoor exploration, science experiments, field trips, swimming, and more;
• Ensuring the physical and emotional safety of participants;
• Supporting the set up and break down of activities.

This position begins mid June and runs through mid-August. Training dates will be early June. 

Hours are dependent on specific camp site needs. Hours are typically between 25-35 hours per week and range Monday thru Friday 7:00a-6:00p. This position does not work on nights and weekends- they are yours to enjoy!

Be someone’s superhero this summer!

Duties and Responsibilities

Junior Camp counselors are expected to:

• Safeguard the physical, emotional, and intellectual safety of participants. Model City of Raleigh: Parks and Recreation values like kindness, honesty, fun, leadership, and empathy. Patiently process conflict and disagreements.
• Participate in all aspects of programs. Actively engage participants and deliver consistent and exceptional supervision. Be a good example and role model at all times. Play the games, sing the songs, explorer outdoors, make some awesome art, swim in the pool, and enthusiastically join in on all aspects of our programs.
• Set up and deliver program activities. Partner with your leadership staff and counselors and run high-quality, exciting, activities and schedules.
• Prepare for programs. Take part in training and staff meetings, set up and break down daily programs, and maintain program spaces.
• Professional Development. Work with your supervisor to create a professional development plan that works for your future. References, resume development/review, and skill building

Typical Qualifications

Please Apply If You…

• Are at least 15 years of age by June 1st, 2025
• Have a passion for play and fun
• Are kind, curious, and confident with a “can-do” attitude
• Have great verbal, interpersonal, and listening communication skills. Including effective communication, enthusiasm, resourcefulness, sense of humor, self-control, and patience
• Desire a cooperative, team-oriented work atmosphere
• Can pass background and controlled substance screening.
• Have an interest or experience working with youth and want to support them to find and be their best selves
• Are able and willing to accept and effectively act on feedback and guidance
• Take your work seriously but yourself, not so much

Additional Information

Benefits Include: 

• The wage for this position is $11/hour
• Professional development opportunities- leadership skill development, resume review and suggestions, supervisor references
• Free FitPass for City of Raleigh Community Center gyms
• Staff appreciation events throughout the summer
• Unlimited Vitamin D, an endless supply of funny stories, laughter & new friendships

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