Camp Counselor (Summer Seasonal)

Boulder, CO; August (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking energetic Camp Counselors for its Cherryvale Day Camp. This role is vital to creating a fun and safe environment for children aged 4-12. Camp Counselors will supervise campers, participate in activities, and serve as positive role models. The position is full-time during the camp season from May 23 to August 8, 2025, with the potential for extension. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young campers while enjoying the great outdoors. If you are passionate about working with children and fostering a positive camp experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

403b retirement plan with company match

Sick leave

In-person training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and responsible.
• Experience or willingness to work with children ages 4-12.

Responsibilities

• Supervise campers and act as a guide and mentor.
• Participate in and implement camp programs and activities.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for campers.

Skills

Mentoring

Empathy

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma (not required)

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Do you enjoy mentoring young people of all backgrounds? Are you inspired to create positive change in our community? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive environment for a values-driven organization that cares deeply for its employees? If so, the Boulder JCC might be the place for you!

If you like working with kids, our organization is looking to add energetic, conscientious, and resourceful Camp Counselors to our team. The Cherryvale Day Camp Counselors are the foundation and the heart of our summer day camp program which serves children ages 4-12. Camp would not be possible without our amazing staff.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

1. Supervise a group of campers; acting as guide, mentor, and counselor with a lead counselor.
2. Enthusiastically participate in and implement all camp programs and activities.
3. Embody a positive, authentic attitude and a strong desire to work with and serve as a role model for children.
4. Maintain a safe and healthy environment for campers, abiding by all camp rules and policies. Assist any camper with empathy and patience.
5. Interface with the leadership team (Assistant Camp Director, Program Coordinator, Camp Director, Camper Care Specialist, Kindergarten Camper Care Specialist) as needed.

Working Environment

1. This role is in-person, seasonal, and full time during the camp season, May 23 - August 8, 2025.
2. Camp is operated outdoors unless weather prohibits it. Working conditions include spending full days under the sun in all temperatures.
3. We have a full week of in-person training before the camp season begins.

Qualifications

1. Must be at least 18 years old.
2. Responsible, reliable, and punctual.
3. No longer enrolled in High School (graduation not required).
4. Experience or willingness to work with young children (ages 4 – 12).
5. *Lead Counselors must be able to provide documentation of 460 hours working with school-aged children by a previous employer - NOT REQUIRED TO APPLY.

Physical Requirements

While performing regular duties, you will be required to sit, stand, reach, walk, or kneel, and to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While this role is primarily seasonal, from May - August, there is opportunity for a limited number of staff to extend beyond seasonal capacity.

Compensation

This is a non-exempt hourly position with a salary range of $16-17/hour commensurate with experience. This is a 40-hour a week position May-August with the possibility of extension through the year. The benefits for seasonal and temporary employees currently include a 403b retirement plan with generous company match, and sick leave.

The anticipated closing of this position is June 13, 2025.