Summer Camp - Counselor

PAYRATE:
Starting at $15.50 (based on years of service).

TO APPLY:

• Submit employment application as directed under "
  
  How to Apply
  
  " page. You may submit application electronically or by email.
• May pick up applications in person at Five Oaks, 1200 N. Warson Rd., Olivette, MO 63132.

SCHEDULE: Camp Dates:
Monday
- Friday, June 8 – July 31, 2026 (No Camp on Friday, June 19 and Friday, July 3, 2026)

TRAINING DATES: June 1 - June 5, 2026, 9AM-4PM (schedule may vary daily)

• Responsible for planning and implementing schedules for the camp’s daily on-site activities including games, crafts, and snacks
• Assists in implementing the camp’s daily on-site activities and policies.
• Effectively communicates with staff and campers.
• Administers First Aid
• Maintains all camp equipment, supplies utilized in activities and keeps program areas clean.
• Escorts on field trips maintaining a safe atmosphere and ensures risk and safety management is carried out for all aspects of camp.
• Knows, understands, and ensures all rules and regulations of the Olivette Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Olivette, including any Summer Camp rules, policies, and guidelines are followed

• Must be at least 16 years of age by June 1, 2025.
• Must be available for all 8 weeks of camp and training.
• Must have the ability to run group games, sports, and other outdoor activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with groups of children, adults and peers.
• Must pass a background check if over age 18.

Must have the ability to lift and carry thirty (30) pounds, the ability to push or pull up to 50 pounds, and the ability to bend, squat, kneel, reach from floor level to six (6) feet in height, hold and grip objects.