Seasonal Camp Counselor 2026

City of Florissant • Florissant, MO

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About The Position

The Seasonal Camp Counselor provides instruction and demonstrates athletic, educational, and creative skills to youth participants. Counselors supervise campers to ensure their safety and compliance with camp policies, coordinate daily and long-term activities in line with camp themes, maintain group paperwork, and help keep the camp site clean, organized, and safe. They communicate with the Camp Director and other staff about camper behavior, needs, and concerns; assist with check-in and check-out; and serve as positive role models. Other duties may be assigned by the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director. This is a safety-sensitive, outdoor position requiring work in varying weather. Hours and schedules may change based on City or department needs.

Applicants must be at least 16 years old. Summer Camp 2026 counselors must work at least 30 hours per week and be available for the entirety of June through August. Winter Camp applicants must be available to work December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, and 30.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must pass a police record check.
• Ability to think creatively and adapt to varying situations.
• High energy, positive attitude, and ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple activities.
• Self-motivated and proactive in ensuring camper safety and enjoyment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Summer Camp 2026 applicants must be available to work the entirety of June through August and at least 30 hours per week.
• Winter Camp applicants must be available to work December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, and 30.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and demonstrate athletic, educational, and creative skills to youth participants.
• Supervise campers at all times to ensure safety and adherence to camp policies and procedures.
• Communicate with the Camp Director and other staff regarding camper behavior, needs, and concerns.
• Coordinate daily and long-term camper activities to align with camp themes and goals.
• Maintain necessary paperwork for efficient management of the assigned group.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating appropriate behavior, respect, and teamwork.
• Assist with camper check-in and check-out.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe camp site.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed