Head Summer Camp Counselor

Head Camp Counselors are responsible for working with the Volunteer Programs Staff to ensure proper planning and execution of IndyHumane Summer Camps. Head Camp Counselors assist with creating Camp Staff/Camper Schedules and activities.

Time Requirement

• Training Steps/Meetings: April, May, and June
• Camp Clean-Up: Saturday 08/05/2025 from 10am-1pm
• Day includes camp break-down, staff recognition and appreciation, and lunch
• Summer Camp Schedule Options:
• Must be available to work all 6 Camp Weeks from 9:30am-5pm Each Camp Day
• Each Camp Day includes a 30-Minute Lunch Break
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age by 06/01.
• Must complete training successfully
• Must commit to attending each day of every summer camp schedule
• Must be able to interact positively with Patrons, Staff (Paid & Volunteer), Campers, Camper Parents, and Animals.
• Must be able to multi-task
• Must have great leadership skills
• Must demonstrate pleasant manner, patience, and dependability
• Must be comfortable handling and interacting with cats and dogs
  
  

Responsibilities

• Support the Volunteer Programs Staff with daily supervision of Camp Staff & Campers during their scheduled activities
• Assist with planning and organizing daily schedules and placements for Camp Staff
• Assist with planning and organizing of daily schedules and activities for Campers
• Assist with planning and organizing of end of the summer gathering
• Ensure rules are being followed and activities are completed well and on a timely basis
• Ensure Camp Staff are completing tasks appropriately and on a timely basis
  
  

Camp Staff Members are Seasonal Employees with IndyHumane. As employees who will work with Youth, >span class="NormalTextRun SCXW6578343 BCX8">e required to complete a Background Check and Drug Screen. They will be required to sign in and out each day on time.