What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Lead Counselor position at Lee County Government?
This seasonal position involves assisting the site director in planning and facilitating a balanced summer recreation camp program.
Why Join Us?
CAMP LOCATIONS:
Why Join Us?
- Endless Fun: Spend your summer outdoors, enjoying activities, games, and adventures.
- Make a Difference: Inspire and mentor young campers, helping them create lifelong memories.
- Awesome Team: Work alongside a fantastic group of counselors and staff.
- Leadership Experience: Develop and showcase your leadership skills in a dynamic and fun environment.
- The primary function of this position is to support the Camp Counselors in their group activities with facilitating and leading small groups of children in various activities, entertainment and educational programs that include: sports, games, arts & crafts, swimming, canoeing, bicycling, archery, fishing, field trips, and special events.
- Assume some of the Site Director's responsibilities in their absence like parent/camper counseling, confirming field trip schedules, redirecting staff assignments and activities.
- Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or GED and one year of experience working with large groups of youth, children of all ages preschool through teens.
- Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.
- First Aid and CPR training is required prior to Camp Programs starting.
- Ability to pass a Level II Background Screening (fingerprints) is required.
MANDATORY CAMP IN-SERVICE TRAINING will be held:June 9th - June 13th, 2025
CAMP DATES:June 16th - August 1st, 2025
CAMP DATES:June 16th - August 1st, 2025
- Note that this position does not include benefits.
- Perform extensive physical activity and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Understand that camp staffing levels are dependent on minimum enrollment and camper participation. If enrollment is too low, staff may be subject to layoff or relocation.
- Work days and hours will vary.
- Commit to working the entire summer camp season, including training week.
CAMP LOCATIONS:
- Boca Grande Community Center
- Estero Recreation Center
- Karl Drews Community Center
- Lakes Park
- Lee County Civic Center
- Manatee Park
- Matlacha Community Center
- North Fort Myers Recreation Center
- Olga Community Center
- Six Mile Cypress Slough
- Veterans Recreation Center
- Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center
Salary : $20 - $27
