Kids Camp Counselor

Life Time, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products and  

401(k) retirement savings plan with 21

Job summary

Life Time, Inc. is seeking a Kids Camp Counselor to guide children through rock climbing, swimming, arts and crafts, gym games and weekly field trips. The role includes nutrition education and creating a safe, fun environment for ages 3–12.

You will lead up to 10 campers, model positive behavior, and support monthly events to boost participation. Required certifications and a willingness to meet safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year of camp experience or equivalent.
• Ability to tolerate loud noises and manage active children.
• Comfort with providing a safe, supervised camp environment.

Responsibilities

• Engages children in crafts, singing, sports, games and field trips while maintaining safety.
• Leads groups of up to 10 campers aged 3-12 with a positive, role-model attitude.
• Demonstrates courtesy, service, cooperation and professionalism to customers.
• Maintains camp cleanliness and order to ensure safety.
• Promotes monthly events and activities to increase participation and revenue.
• Manages use of supplies, snacks and drinks within budget.

Skills

Camp experience

Stamina

Noise tolerance

Safety-conscious

Education

First Aid Certification

CPR/AED Certification

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

Pay

This is an hourly position with wages starting at $16.50 and pays up to $19.50, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

• A fully subsidized membership


• Discounts on Life Time products and services


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)


• Training and professional development


• Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage


• Short term and long term disability insurance


• Life insurance


• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans


• Parental leave and adoption assistance


• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave


• Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. Ultimate employment decisions are subject to human review and oversight. Life Time does not use AI in a manner that would have the effect of subjecting applicants to discrimination on the basis of protected classes or proxies or for engaging in any protected activity under applicable law.

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.