Summer Camp Counselor

Acquire4Hire LLC; Succasunna (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire LLC is seeking enthusiastic Summer Camp Counselors to lead and motivate campers while ensuring a safe and fun environment. Responsibilities include planning events, monitoring camper safety, and enforcing camp rules. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to creating memorable experiences for children.

Qualifications

• Experience working in camps or with children preferred.
• First aid and CPR training beneficial.
• Strong communication and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support campers in activities.
• Monitor campers for safety and compliance.
• Coordinate camp events with staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range

$15.49/hr - $16.00/hr

Summary

We are looking for enthusiastic, attentive camp counselors to lead, support, and motivate campers as they enjoy all that our camp has to offer. The camp counselor will help lead group events, monitor campers and respond to incidents, such as behavioral problems or accidents, escort campers on trips and discuss camper participation and concerns with parents and other camp staff members. The right candidate should be positive, proactive, and caring while focusing on giving campers a fun, safe camp experience.

Duties

• Working with other camp staff members to plan and coordinate camp events.
• Leading and supporting campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities.
• Monitoring campers to ensure compliance with camp rules and prevent accidents.
• Cleaning, maintaining and ensuring proper use of camp facilities and equipment.
• Reporting and recording details of incidents, such as accidents or rule violations, to parents and camp staff.
• Memorizing all emergency procedures and enforcing camp rules.
• Participating in staff meetings.
• Accompany and monitor children on all off-site trips.
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working in camps, with children, or with specific activities may be preferred.
• First aid, CPR, and additional training may be required or beneficial.
• Physical abilities to participate in activities, run, climb, swim, lift, or support the weight of children.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• High level of responsibility and accountability.
• Upbeat, engaging personality.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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