Summer Camp Counselor

Summer Camp Counselor

The Town of Clayton is seeking a Summer Camp Counselor for the Parks and Recreation Department. The purpose of this position is to provide supervision of summer camp participants, plan activities, and manage group dynamics within a team setting.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a memorable and positive camp experience.
• Model positive behavior and attitude for youth campers ages 6‑12.
• Actively support participants in recreation and leisure activities – arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor team sports, group games and activities.
• Maintain clean and safe work and play areas.
• Assist in daily check‑in and check‑out as needed.
• Oversee snack and lunch times with participants.
• Assist with special daily and weekly activities for participants.
• Administer first aid and properly document each incident.
• Identify unsafe situations and work hazards, correct them if possible and report them to the Recreation Program Coordinator.
• Enforce program rules, resolve conflicts and document incidents if needed.
• Carry out job duties in a safe manner in accordance with all Town policies; follow safety procedures.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Schedule: Summer camp runs Monday‑Friday 7:30 am‑6:00 pm in June, July, and August. This position would be expected to work a minimum of 35 hours per week during the nine (9) weeks of camp and be available for pre‑camp planning during May.

• Experience working with children ages 6‑12 preferred.

• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Must be 16 years or older at the time of employment.

The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.