Jr. Camp Counselor; Summer Camp Program

Position: Jr. Camp Counselor (Summer Camp Program)
Salary: $16.50 Hourly
Location : Coral Reef Park
Job Type: Temporary (Seasonal)
Job Number:
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 02/25/2026
Closing Date: 3/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

General Summary

This position assists the Camp Counselors to oversee and implement a variety of recreational, educational and physical activities related to the Village's Summer Camp Program, including field trips; ensures the safety of all camp participants, facilities and equipment. This position is supervised by the Program Coordinator. The position is responsible for supervising camp participants.
NOTE: This is a seasonal position within the Village's Summer Camp Program. This program runs from June 8, 2026 to July 24, 2026. A mandatory paid training session is scheduled for Friday, June 5, 2026 at 11am - 5pm.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists the Camp Counselors in the supervision of children enrolled in the Summer Camp program; inclusive of lunch and snack periods.
• Conducts and participates various camp activities, including recreational, social, educational, sporting and physical activities, field trips and special events for children between the ages of 5 and 12.
• Encourages participation in camp activities and provides assistance to the children when necessary.
• Ensures the discipline and safety of the campers, inside and outside the classrooms, and during off-site field trips.
• Models good-sportsmanship, enthusiasm, non-competitive participation and team support.
• Aids in the supervision of campers during drop-offs and pick-ups in accordance with the assigned group schedule, ensuring strict adherence to established policies.
• Ensures the cleanliness of the classroom areas at all times; reports unsafe conditions.
• Enforces safety procedures and all other camp rules and regulations.
• Administers basic first aid when needed.
• Reports any and all accidents, injuries and/or incidents to the Site Supervisor and documents occurrences according to camp procedures.
• Performs other related work as required and assigned by the Site Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Prior experience as a volunteer or employee in a recreational camp program required; volunteers must have completed at least one month of consecutive volunteering work in a camp setting. Additional specialized training such as camp instructor, teacher or a related field is desirable.
  • Must be fluent in the English language;
    Spanish is a plus.
  • Must pass a national criminal background screening in accordance with Ordinance No. 08-10 and a drug test.
• Licenses and Certifications
  • Certification in CPR and First Aid; must be secured prior to the start of the Village Camp Program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic classroom and play safety rules of safety and ability to enforce them.
• Ability to instruct children of various ages and motivate them to actively participate in a variety of recreational, educational and social activities.
• Ability to effectively interact with children and adults in a courteous, enthusiastic and respectful manner.
• Ability to visually detect potential safety hazards or concerns.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Working Conditions and Physical Factors

• Must be able to work indoors as well as outdoors in all climate conditions with full exposure to the elements.
• May be exposed to chemicals, solvents, dust, grease/oil, fumes, vibration and noise.
• Requires physical strength and agility to perform assigned tasks, which include, but are not limited to, bending, twisting, walking, climbing, reaching, jumping, pushing, lifting and carrying
• Specific vision abilities include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Must be able to hear clearly even in a noisy environment.
• Requires the ability to swim in salt and/or chlorinated water
• Ability to work a varying work schedule and participate in camp field trips as assigned.

This position is not eligible for benefits.