What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Youth Camp Counselor/Lifeguard (Summer) position at Boys & Girls Club of Bloomington?
Employment Opportunities 2025 To Apply:
Position Dates May 19th-August 1, 2025
Submit Resume and Cover Letter to www.bgcbloomington.org for full job descriptions rdobias@bgcbloomington.org Rachel Dobias, Camp Director
Boys & Girls Clubs of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Camp Rock is a traditional outdoor summer day camp serving campers entering grades 1-8. Camp Rock is an American Camp Association (ACA) accredited camp. Campers enjoy a variety of specialized outdoor activities including archery, lakefront swimming and boating, sports & games, arts & crafts, fishing, gardening and outdoor living skills.
General Qualifications: Must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Must be able to stand or be on one’s feet for prolonged periods of time, stand summer heat, humidity and inclement weather situations and possess the strength and endurance to maintain constant supervision of campers in an outdoor environment. Staff members attend a mandatory week of training and orientation (May 19-23, 2025). Staff must have reliable transportation to arrive at camp for half-day & full day shifts.
Job Title:
Hours Per Week: 20-25 hours per week
Number of Positions: 2
Pay Range: $13.50-14.00/hr
Description: Camp Rock Part Time Counselors are responsible for the direct daily supervision of campers. Part Time Counselors are responsible for helping maintain staff to camper ratios, assisting with aquatic activities and serving as substitutes for Full Time Counselors . Counselors serve as consistent role models and leaders for their group of campers throughout the summer season. Counselors are responsible for planning and facilitating “Counselor Led Activities” multiple times a week. Counselor/Lifeguards have the responsibility of serving as a lifeguard for their group during swimming, boating and fishing. This position can be adapted to meet SPH Internship Requirements!
Qualifications: Minimum age 18. High school diploma required, some college preferred. Camp Rock counselors are dynamic individuals who enjoy the outdoors and have a strong desire to share that enthusiasm with youth from a variety of backgrounds. Mature, confident, self-starting personality a must! Solid judgment and leadership skills required. Youth work or camp experience required. Guarding experience is preferred for lifeguards, though certification can be obtained through camp training.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: $13.50 - $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $14
