Temporary Summer Camp - Columbia, NC
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Temporary Summer Camp Staff - Columbia, NC
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Posting Number: PG195676TM
Position Number: 11
ASO
3626
Position Type: Temporary
EssentialJob Duties
Are you ready for a summer of amazing experiences and memories that will last a lifetime? We are looking for responsible, enthusiastic individuals to serve as positive role models and mentors for youth, ages 5 – 17 at our American Camp Association accredited summer camp. Qualified candidates will possess patience, fairness, compassion, resilience, great listening skills, and a passion for the outdoors, fun and developing young people.
You will help provide a fun, caring, safe environment in which young people will learn to appreciate nature, enjoy the challenges of adventure activities while creating lasting friendships and memories. You will deliver age appropriate, predetermined curriculum in a variety of camp activities including, but not limited to: target sports, ecology, crafts, swimming, boating, hiking, team challenges, high ropes, photography, sports and games and/or rock climbing.
Applicants are required to reside on site and in cabins with children.
- Summer Program Activity Instructor
- Camp Counselor
- Lifeguard
- Health Care Coordinator
- Logistics Coordinator
- Responsible for delivering age appropriate, predetermined curriculum in a variety of camp activities including target sports, ecology, crafts, rock climbing, physical fitness, health, and aquatic activities.
- Types include Arts‑N‑Crafts Instructor, Ecology Instructor, Shooting Sports Instructor, Climbing Wall/High Ropes Instructor, Logistics Coordinator, and Photographer/Social Media.
- Assist in cabin supervision of children.
- Responsible for daily care and supervision of up to 10 children, ranging from ages 5 to 17.
- Be a mentor and positive role model to campers.
- Foster and maintain positive, developmentally sound relationships.
- Assist in personal care as needed: showering, dressing, eating, drinking.
- Always be attentive.
- Assist and/or lead a variety of camp activities such as target sports, ecology, team building, sports and games, rock climbing, crafts, and aquatic activities.
- Must be certified as a lifeguard by a nationally recognized organization or willing to become certified during training.
- Ensure safety of all campers and staff by enforcing waterfront and pool area rules, monitoring activity.
- Give instructions on proper boating procedures and assist in the implementation of the Aquatics Emergency Action Plan.
- Responsible for supplies and cleanliness of the boat house and pool area.
- Responsible for general healthcare of campers during the summer.
- Organize medical forms, dispense medications, provide minor first aid, and respond to emergencies.
- Lead staff member: must be on site earlier for training and setup.
- Ensure cold water availability at all outdoor program areas.
- Assist in running High Ropes, Rock Wall, Giant Swing (training provided).
- Communicate effectively with all staff.
- Assist with setup and clean up of various camp activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Workdays will begin around noon on Sunday and end around noon on Friday. Workdays are subject to fluctuations from time to time. Positions demand a high level of responsibility and attention to detail. Staff will be with campers 24/7 for meal times and activities to ensure order, timeliness, and cleanliness throughout the camp week. Once applications are reviewed, you will be assigned a position based on qualifications;
we will notify you as soon as possible.
- Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
- LEAD courses to enhance career
- Free attendance at non‑revenue generating sporting events
- Childcare discounts
- Wellness & Recreation Membership
- Wellness Programs promoting community well‑being
Minimum Experience /
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Enjoy working with children, outdoors.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions (heat, rain, pollen).
- Lives on‑site…
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