What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inclusion Camp Counselor position at City of Raleigh, NC?

Salary : $13.00 Hourly

Location : Raleigh, NC

Job Type : Part-Time

Job Number : 2025-00060

Department : PRCR - Recreation

Opening Date : 01 / 09 / 2025

Closing Date : 5 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Description

Inclusion 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 Inclusion Camp Counselor is an important member of our team. They help create magical and impactful day camps for children ages 4-11.

As an Inclusion 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!

Duties and Responsibilities

Be someone's superhero this summer

General Responsibilities

Camp Inclusion counselors are expected to :

Safeguard the physical, emotional, and intellectual safety of participants. Model City of Raleigh : Parks and Recreation values like kindness, honesty, fun, leadership, and empathy. Patiently process conflict and disagreements.

Participate in all aspects of programs. Actively engage participants and deliver consistent and exceptional supervision. Be a good example and role model at all times. Play the games, sing the songs, explorer outdoors, make some awesome art, swim in the pool, and enthusiastically join in on all aspects of our programs.

Set up and deliver program activities . Partner with your leadership staff and run high-quality, exciting, activities and schedules.

Prepare for programs. Take part in training and staff meetings, set up and break down daily programs, and maintain program spaces.

Be a leader. Run the games, tell the stories, and manage the group. Use and model the behavior management techniques you will be trained on. Stay on schedule and manage your time. Create a culture of physical and emotional safety for campers.

Professional Development. Work with your supervisor to create a professional development plan that works for your future. References, resume development / review, and skill building.

Typical Qualifications

Please Apply If You...

Are at least 16 years of age by your first day of work

Have at least 1 year of volunteer work or experience with people who have physical / intellectual disabilities.

Are flexible and adapt to changes quickly

Can maintain a high level of maturity and sensitivity

Can model appropriate behavior and use positive behavior techniques

Mentor and guide other staff to assist with various participant needs

Have a passion for play and fun

Are kind, curious, and confident with a "can-do" attitude

Have great verbal, interpersonal, and listening communication skills. Including effective communication, enthusiasm, resourcefulness, sense of humor, self-control, and patience

Desire a cooperative, team-oriented work atmosphere

Can pass background and controlled substance screening.

Have an interest or experience working with youth of all abilities and want to support them to find and be their best selves

Are able and willing to accept and effectively act on feedback and guidance

Take your work seriously but yourself, not so much

Additional Information

Benefits Include :

The wage for this position is $13 / hour

Professional development opportunities- leadership skill development, resume review and suggestions, supervisor references

Free FitPass for City of Raleigh Community Center gyms

Unlimited Vitamin D, an endless supply of funny stories, laughter & new friendships

Are you at least 16 years of age or older?

How much work, volunteer, and / or family experience with people who have developmental or physical disabilities?

None

0-2 Years

2-4 Years

4 Years or more

Briefly explain your experiences interacting with individuals with disabilities please include ages.

Have you ever worked in a setting with kids who has behavioral challenges?

Please describe your experience working with kids with behavioral challenges.

Staff is expected to actively participate in all camp activities every day, including swimming, games, arts and crafts, sports, nature, and like activities. Can you meet this requirement?

Training sessions begin in May and involve up to 40 hours on weekdays, weeknights, and / or Saturdays through the start of camp. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

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