Summer Camp Counselor

Life Time, Inc.; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Time, Inc. is seeking a passionate Kids Camp Counselor to lead and engage children in a variety of fun and safe activities. The role involves planning events while promoting safety and teamwork, ensuring an enjoyable camp experience for young participants aged 3 to 12 years.

Qualifications

• 1 year of camp experience required.
• Certifications must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to manage activities and ensure safety for campers.

Responsibilities

• Engages children in various fun activities while maintaining safety.
• Leads campers and acts as a positive role model.
• Keeps camp area clean and promotes events to boost participation.

Skills

Engagement

Safety Awareness

Positive Attitude

Teamwork

Education

Completion of Life Time Summer Camp Counselor Certification

First Aid Certification

Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED

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.