Day Camp Counselor - Park Explorers - Seasonal - Summer 2026 ($21.61/hour - $29.17/hour)
About The Position
Become a Day Camp Counselor at Park Explorers Summer Camp! Are you passionate about working with youth ages 6-11 years and ready to inspire the next generation of adventurers? H.A.R.D. is on the lookout for a Day Camp Counselor to implement camp curriculum such as nature exploration, games, and arts n crafts at our Park Explorers Summer Camp- a dynamic seven-week adventure where nature, creativity and fun collide. The ideal candidate will have experience in supervising campers to ensure their safety, building positive relationships with campers, and being a valuable and contributing member of the team to ensure camp success. The Day Camp Counselor must be a strong and vocal leader with a positive, enthusiastic, and patient demeanor. Strong organizational, leadership and customer service skills are a must. This is a seasonal, summer-time position working up to 40 hours per week. Here are the details about the positions: Available Positions: 11 Hourly Rate: $21.61/hour - $29.17/hour Work Schedule: Mondays - Fridays 40 hours/week Typical Work hours: 8:00AM – 4:00PM Part-Time, Seasonal, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position Work Location: Multiple Parks in the District Anticipated Start Date: June 8, 2026 Duration: Summer season will run from June 8 to August 7 Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 – June 30) First review of applications will be March 2, 2026. Applications received after first review will be reviewed as we receive them. This posting may close at any time. POSITION SUMMARY Under general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor, assists with the developing and implementation all age appropriate curriculum and activities related to daily operation of a District program site in order to ensure the safety and well-being of participants and perform related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for supervision to children enrolled in the program; planning age appropriate curriculum for children; establishing and maintaining supportive relationships with children and parents; and sanitization of program equipment. This class can be distinguished from the class of Lead Counselor because incumbents in this class primarily oversee one program camp/site and do not have advanced education to perform work more independently.
Requirements
- Ability and Skill to: Work with adults, children and families participating in a variety of recreational activities
- Monitor compliance with District regulations and policies, and general safety practices related to recreation activities; firmly but tactfully enforce rules and regulations
- React quickly and calmly in emergencies
- Administer first aid, CPR and/or artificial respiration
- Maintain discipline, order and safety in a crowded and loud environment
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
- Communicate effectively with a wide range of people
- Operate office equipment including computers, scanners, calculators, printers, and copiers
- Respond appropriately to changing situations and stressful conditions
- Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the work
- Knowledge of: Principles and methods used in organizing, conducting, and supervising recreational activities
- Common crafts, sports, games, and recreation activities appropriate for preschool age children
- Basic youth development principles
- Computer skills to include Microsoft Office
- Basic first aid and safety practices and procedures
- Customer service principles
- Standard safety rules and regulations related to public recreation activities
- Education/Experience/Training: Completion of two years in high school
- At least 2 years of experience with working with elementary and teenage children in a structured or supervised program
- Possession of or ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification within two-weeks of employment
- Special Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age
- If 16-18 years of age and still in high school, must possess a valid work permit
- If 18 years of age or older, must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment
- Ability to obtain Mandated Reporter Training Certification may be required
- Completion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is recommended
- Verification of ID and ability work in the USA
- Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test
Responsibilities
- Participate in developing, organizing, and leading recreation activities; participate in the development of activities to fit the abilities and interest of the participants
- Follow and implement assigned curriculum, including teaching, overseeing, and/or coaching activities, which may include arts and crafts, group games, and sports; maintains group and individual discipline and code of conduct
- Facilitate safe and positive recreation experiences; ensure a safe environment; assess and minimizes risks; assess and respond to potential injuries and prepare incident reports
- Maintain accurate attendance and complete required records; maintain appropriate confidential records
- Manage the storage and inventory of equipment and supplies
- Participates in meeting and training sessions
- Maintain good public relations
- At all times, demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and the public
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
