Summer Camp Counselor

Life Time; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Kids Camp Counselor to lead engaging activities for children aged 3-12. This dynamic role involves organizing arts and crafts, sports, and field trips, while ensuring a safe and fun environment. The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and relevant certifications, including First Aid and CPR. Join a team that values inclusivity and offers a supportive workplace culture, along with competitive pay and benefits, including a subsidized membership and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about working with children and creating memorable experiences, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on products and services

401(k) retirement savings plan

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Short and long term disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• 1 year of camp experience and certifications required.
• Must demonstrate positive attitude and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in interactive activities while maintaining safety.
• Lead a group of campers with a fun and positive attitude.

Skills

Camp Experience

Positive Attitude

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

Life Time Summer Camp Counselor Certification

First Aid Certification

CPR/AED 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 $15.00 and pays up to $18.00, 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 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.