Summer Camp Counselor (Northwood/Frankford)

CORA Services, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to empowering children and families in a vibrant summer camp environment. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of young campers through engaging activities and supportive relationships. You'll lead fun and educational programs while ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants. With a commitment to community service and a focus on positive youth development, this organization provides a fulfilling opportunity to work with children in a dynamic setting. If you're passionate about making a difference and enjoy working with youth, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in summer camp or recreational programs is essential.
• Ability to lead and manage a group of campers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with campers and lead group activities.
• Implement camp curriculum focusing on literacy and STEM.

Skills

Group management skills

Relationship building

Safety supervision

Professionalism

Education

Experience with children

Job description

Summer Camp Counselor (Northwood/Frankford)

Job Category: Positive Youth Development

Requisition Number: SUMME001223

Posted: April 16, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Locations

Location: School-Based PA
8540 Verree Rd
Philadelphia, PA 19111, USA

Interested in working for a non-profit organization rooted in a tradition of care and compassion? Join our team! CORA is a fast-paced, growing organization with over 500 team members and a lucrative benefits package to offer. Our team has been helping children and families experiencing emotional, academic, and social challenges which impede their development and productivity throughout Philadelphia for the past 50 years, and we have continued to put our community first. Our mission is to empower children, young people, and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

Who are we looking for?

• Staff who care about making an impact in the lives of children and youth.
• Positive and energetic staff who are dedicated to giving campers an amazing experience every day.
• Staff with group management skills and able to lead a small group of campers.
• Staff who prioritize safety and supervision during camp time.
• Staff who maintain professionalism at all times.

What will you be doing every day?

• Build relationships with a small group of students in a specific age range.
• Lead large group activities like huddle, arts and crafts, and outside games.
• Implement camp curriculum during literacy, STEM, and social emotional learning.
• Ensure the safety of campers with active supervision while at the camp and on field trips.

SUMMER CAMP POSITION DAYS/HOURS:

Summer Camp: 8 hours a day (approximately 8:30am-4:30pm), Monday to Friday

SUMMER CAMP DURATION:

JUNE 13, 2025 - AUGUST 1, 2025

PAY RATE:

$18.00 per hour

SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with children in summer camp, recreational program, after school/OST program, school, or other setting.

Does this sound like the perfect fit for you? Come join our WINNING team, apply here and connect with us today.

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.