What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor position at City of Raleigh, NC?
Salary : $12.00 Hourly
Location : Raleigh, NC
Job Type : Part-Time
Job Number : 2024-01108
Department : PRCR - Recreation
Opening Date : 12 / 20 / 2024
Closing Date : 4 / 30 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Job Description
Camp Counselor :
Summer ushers in a whirlwind of summer camps with laughter and fun echoing through our parks. We're looking for folks who love working with children, who value empathy, and who thrive having fun.
A Summer Camp Counselor is an important member of our team. They help create magical and impactful day camps for children ages 4-11.
As a Counselor, you'll be spending your time :
- Working with a team of 2-3 staff members and a group of children in active / passive games, art and crafts, food experiences, outdoor exploration, science experiments, field trips, swimming, and more;
- Ensuring the physical and emotional safety of participants;
- Partnering with your supervisor(s) to deliver scheduled camp activities and maintain / prepare supplies.
This position begins early June and runs through mid-August. Training dates will be end of May and early June.
Hours are dependent on specific camp site needs. Hours are typically between 35-50 hours per week and range Monday thru Friday 7 : 00a-6 : 00p. This position does not work on nights and weekends- they are yours to enjoy!
Be someone's superhero this summer
Duties and Responsibilities
General Responsibilities
Camp counselors are expected to :
Typical Qualifications
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Additional Information
Benefits Include :
If hired, what general area or park / location are you most interested in? (This can be as specific as a community center, a general area such as "near downtown" or no preference)
Some camp positions require age specific responsibilities. Please indicate how old you will be as of June 16, 2025.
What time(s) of day are you available to work?
Please indicate which weeks you are NOT available to work. Camp season is up to 11 weeks from June 16th-August 22, 2025. If you have no schedule limitations-please indicate that.
What age groups do you prefer to work with? Some camps span multiple age groups. Please check all that apply.
Do you have experience in working in preschool camp programs with children aged 4-5? If so, how many years of experience do you have?
Briefly explain your experience with preschool aged children aged 4-5.
Do you have experience in working in school-age camp programs with children aged 6-11? If so, how many years of experience do you have?
Briefly explain your experience with school aged children aged 6-11.
Do you have experience in working in teen camp programs with children aged 12-14? If so, how many years of experience do you have?
Briefly explain your experience with teen aged children aged 12-14.
Have you led games and activities before? If so, for what ages? Describe your experiences.
Do you have any special qualifications / skills / certifications / licenses (i.e., CPR / First Aid, CDL, foreign language fluency, swim instructor, coach, etc.?) Please check all that apply.
Do you have any further information to share? (Either from a previous question, or something that has not been covered by the previous questions)
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Salary : $12
