What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor I and II position at City of Lexington, NC?
Camp Counselor I and II
- Type: Temporary
- Salary/Pay Rate:$10.00 - $12.50 per hour starting pay
- Posted Date:02/22/2025 4:15 PM
Looking for the perfect summer job? Do you enjoy tie-dye, water balloons, paddling, games, and crafts? Be a summer camp counselor and get paid to play! Learn skills such as communication, problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. We offer a unique experience you won’t find anywhere else and memories that will last a lifetime! We have multiple available positions.
What we want from you!
High energy * Positive attitude * Fun * Adventurous * Resourceful * Leader * Team player
Counselors I and II are responsible for supervising and leading camp/program participants in recreational, social, and enrichment activities such as arts and crafts, sports, nature, music, dance, games, fieldtrips, health and wellness activities. Camp provides opportunities for recreational, and social enrichment to keep kids involved and guide them in their personal growth when school is out. Applicants must be able to adjust to any situation, displaying enthusiasm and patience.
Dates:
- Must be available from June 2nd - August 8th, excluding week of July 4th.
- Counselors must commit to working all weeks betweenJune 9th - August 1st.
Hours:
- Most counselors will be expected to work Monday - Friday, 7am until 3pm.
- There will be an extended care shift available from 12pm - 6pm for select counselors based on registration numbers.
- 35 hours per week.
- Counselors should be prepared and willing to be outside the majority of the camp day.
Minimum Qualifications
Counselor I
- Ability to perform light physical labor in all weather conditions;
- Minimum age of 17; and
- Ability to deal effectively with the public and co‐workers.
Counselor II
- Ability to perform light physical labor in all weather conditions;
- Experience working with children or in a recreational setting;
- Minimum age of 18;
- Valid NC driver's license and good driving record;
- Ability to deal effectively with the public and co-workers; and
- Ability to drive participants in a 15 passenger van.
CLOSING DATE
This position will remain open until filled.
All applicants must provide accurate information on the City’s application for each position application.
The City requires position appropriate pre-employment screenings. The City is a drug-free workplace and applicants offered employment will be asked to participate in a pre-employment drug screening.
The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City makes employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $10.00 - $12.50 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $13
