Kids Camp Counselor

lifetime; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Time Austin is seeking a Kids Camp Counselor to lead children through rock climbing, swimming, arts and crafts, weekly field trips, and nutrition education, providing a safe and highly engaging environment for ages three to twelve.

You will supervise up to 10 campers, model a positive attitude, maintain camp safety and cleanliness, promote monthly events to boost participation and revenue, and ensure supplies and snacks stay within budget.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of camp experience.
• First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.
• CPR/AED certification for infant/child/adult within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities and field trips while maintaining safety.
• Supervise up to 10 campers aged 3–12 with a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate courtesy, service, and professionalism to customers.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the camp.
• Promote monthly events to boost participation.
• Manage supplies and snacks within the budget.

Skills

Child engagement

Safety awareness

Leadership

Communication

Education

Life Time Summer Camp Counselor Certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Kids Camp Counselor leads children through a variety of activities including rock climbing, swimming, weekly field trips, arts & crafts, gym games and more. They incorporate nutrition education with weekly-themed camps providing a high level of safety and fun for children from ages three to twelve years.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Engages children in interactive activities including organized arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining a safe environment
• Leads a group of up to 10 campers ages 3-12 with a fun, positive and outgoing attitude while acting as a role model
• Demonstrates positive attitude and actions through a display of courtesy, service, cooperation, hospitality, sensitivity, and professionalism to internal and external customers
• Maintains cleanliness and order of camp in order to ensure safety
• Promotes monthly events and activities in order to increase participation and revenue
• Ensures use of supplies, snacks and drinks follow the amount prearranged by the department budget

Position Requirements

• 1 year of camp experience
• Completion of Life Time Summer Camp Counselor Certification prior to Camp Season
• First Aid Required within the first 60 days of hire
• Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED required within the first 60 days of hire
• Ability to tolerate loud noises
• Ability to frequently stand; walk; use hands, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; ability to climb ladders

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.