Junior Counselor - MD

Position: Junior Counselor - MD: 2025-3558
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About Headfirst

At Headfirst, we design fun, intentional, and transformational camp experiences where every camper feels seen, known, and celebrated. Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens by design. Through thoughtfully planned activities and trained staff, we create Headfirst Moments when a camper tries something new, pushes through fear, and realizes, “I can do it.”

Schedule

In-season (late June through mid‑August): 7:45 am – 3:30 pm, Monday‑Friday.
Pre‑season (early June): selected weekends for training and site preparation.

Compensation

$11.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Bring Camp to Life

• Co‑lead a group of 12–20 campers for all curricular activities with a co‑counselor

• Teach pre‑written curriculum and engage campers during break times

• Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management

• Co‑lead music and movement, story time, sports and games, moon bounce, bathroom & sunscreen breaks, transitions, lunch & snack

• Support specialized staff during art, STEM, swim, morning and afternoon program meetings

• Execute morning and afternoon carpool as a key player, welcoming each family by name with energetic dance moves and coordinated procedures

• Assist in various roles as requested (e.g., camper buddy, delivery person, or assistant during activity shifts)

• Nurture physical, social & emotional safety

• Work directly with campers to support their emotional, physical, and social development through hands‑on, age‑appropriate activities

• Open to continued growth and learning in camper management, consistently absorbing new information from peers and leadership

• Represent Headfirst for families & facility partners

• Actively participate in our efforts to care for the camp facility and community

• Be an active member of the camp team: arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, and show loyalty and consistency

• Be flexible with your assignment and open to supporting other programs on site

• Start each day with an open mind

• Attend and participate in daily staff meetings and weekly in‑season trainings

• Bring your strengths and acknowledge room for growth and learning

• Handle the Curveballs
- Practice resiliency and arrive with a “How Can I Help?” mentality that prioritizes camper experience and team success through problem‑solving and trying new things

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old

• If you are over 18 years old, please apply for our Counselor role

• Must be able to:
- Work around small children, including sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day
- Work in hot and outdoor environments while actively supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods of time
- Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally
- Commit to the Cell‑Phone Free policy: power down and put phones in a locked pouch for the duration of your shift

Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.

We believe great experiences are built on relationships. Our teams prioritize genuine connection, welcoming environments, and trust. Behind the scenes, a professional, year‑round headquarters team supports our seasonal staff with training, systems, and clear expectations so camps run smoothly and consistently. When you join Headfirst, you’re joining a team that takes pride in doing things well. We care deeply about the experience we deliver, the people we work with, and the impact we have on kids and families.

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