Camp Counselor Job Simsbury area,Connecticut USA,Child Care/Nanny

Overview

Camp:
June 15, 2026 through August 14, 2026. Monday through Friday;
Hours vary. Entry Level position, 15 years and older. CPR, First Aid certified by June 15th.

Under the direction of the Camp Director and/or Assistant Camp Director, the Camp Counselor is responsible for planning, coordinating and supervising a wide variety of activities at the camp/playground ranging from athletics and games to arts and crafts.

Supervised by:
Recreation Director, Program Coordinator, Camp Director and/or Assistant Camp Director.

Responsibilities

Conducts a diversified program of activities for ages 5-15.

Stimulates interest in and directs a variety of competitive and non-competitive recreation activities.

Inspects camp/playground and equipment, and recommends maintenance repair work as necessary.

Responsible for issuing/collecting equipment.

Reports disciplinary problems to the Director and acts accordingly.

Evaluates and makes recommendations to the Director regarding the overall program.

Attends trainings required by the Culture, Parks and Recreation Department.

Qualifications

Good knowledge of leadership techniques, as well as skills in planning, organizing and supervising recreation activities for varying sizes of groups.

General knowledge of wide variety of recreation programs, as well as skills in communication and public relations, since the Camp Counselor is a representative of the Simsbury Culture, Parks and Recreation Department.

Must be able to work effectively with both program participants, as well as other staff members.

Should have a thorough knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of the Simsbury Culture, Parks and Recreation Department.

Must be physically able to participate in all program activities with program participants.

Must be 15 years of age or older

Must be CPR/First Aide certified by June 15, 2026

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