Summer Camp Counselor

Detroit Heals Detroit; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking enthusiastic counselors for a summer camp dedicated to empowering local youth. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with children, develop leadership skills, and contribute to a positive camp environment. Counselors will assist with various activities, from arts and crafts to team-building exercises, while also mentoring younger campers. This is a fantastic chance to make a meaningful impact in the community and gain valuable experience in youth development and education. If you're passionate about fostering joy and growth in young people, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be between 17 and 24 years old.
• Interest in working with youth or community development.

Responsibilities

• Support camp activities like arts, crafts, and games.
• Serve as a positive role model for campers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Dependability

Enthusiasm

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

In partnership with the Cody Rouge Community Action Alliance and Grow Detroit's Young Talent

Employee Category: Temporary, Part-time

Hours: Monday through Thursday, Up to 20 hours a week over the course of 6 weeks

Pay: $12.50 to $15 per hour (Pay based on organizational budget)

Location: On-Site; Work will primarily take place at The Healing Hub (Eastside, Detroit, MI) with some meetings at Cody Rouge Community Action Alliance (Westside, Detroit, MI).

Reporting to CRCAA Youth Director Darrell Hall, Detroit Heals Detroit Executive Director Cam Hollenquest, and Co-chair Brianna Donald.

About Us

Detroit Heals Detroit exists to foster healing justice for Detroit youth, allowing them to transform their pain into power. With a goal to combat trauma, we use healing-centered engagement to share our greatest vulnerabilities with the world while dismantling oppressive systems for marginalized Detroit youth.

Cody Rouge Community Action Alliance is a community-based development organization (CBDO) with significant reach into the community. CRCAA has successfully engaged youth through immersive programming, stabilizing neighborhoods, and activating community efforts. Learn more about our partner here.

Grow Detroit's Young Talent (GDYT) is a citywide summer jobs program that trains and employs young adults between the ages of 14 and 24 for up to 120 hours. Youth participants must be permanent residents of Detroit and eligible to work in the United States. A broad range of jobs are available, including community cleanups, event planning, accounting, retail, and Junior Police or Fire Cadets. Last year, over 8,000 local youth received employment, which is our goal again this year. Learn more about our partner here.

Position Overview

As a Counselor, you will support the Black Joy Summer Camp by delivering an enriching and engaging summer camp experience to local youth. Counselors will gain professional skills such as leadership experience while actively contributing to the camp's daily operations, working directly with children, and supporting camp programming.

Skills and Experience

• Must be between 17 and 24 years old.

Interest in working with youth, community development, or education.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work in a team and collaborate with others.

Enthusiastic, dependable, and open to learning new skills.

No prior experience required, though experience with youth programs is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Camp Assistance: Support camp activities such as arts and crafts, games, outdoor recreation, educational programs, and team-building exercises.
• Peer to Peer Mentorship: Serve as a positive role model, helping to guide and mentor younger campers in their personal and social development.
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Work closely with other camp staff, assisting with logistics and ensuring activities run smoothly.

Communication: Interact with campers, parents, and fellow team members in a professional and respectful manner.

Professional Development: Participate in GDYT's job readiness training, career exploration sessions, and attend weekly check-ins to discuss progress and receive feedback.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should fill out the contact form below. After submission, candidates should complete a GDYT application by visiting the GDYT portal. When prompted, enter the worksite code C1021. This will direct your application to our list of candidates. After completion of the application, please contact Detroit Heals Detroit directly at [phone].

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Detroit Heals Detroit provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We look forward to reviewing your application! Thank you for your commitment to mission-driven work!