Day Camp Counselor

Day Camp Counselor

Status- Part-time/Temporary/Seasonal (PTS) position, non-exempt

Salary- Starts at $14/hour

Hours- June – August; Monday – Friday up to 40 hours a week. 

Locations- Miller Park, Nesbitt Preserve Park, Crestwood Park, Prairie View Park, Lake Riley Park, Staring Lake Park, and the Eden Prairie Community Center

Applicable Careers- Teacher, Special Education Teacher, Social Worker, Healthcare, Therapist OT/Speech/PT, School Counselor, Psychologist, Recreation

Benefits of working with Eden Prairie Parks & Recreation 

• Valuable work experience enhancing skills such as communication, leadership, initiative, and organization.
• Spend your summers outside working to make a difference in the youth of Eden Prairie.
• No evenings or weekend hours!

Position Details

Every summer we welcome passionate, independent, and caring individuals to our camp community.  We look for team-oriented individuals, to help us create quality experiences for every young person in our summer day camp programs.  Counselors are vital members of our summer team.  We value growth and opportunities to learn and grow as an individual and future professional in your field of study. 

Gain valuable experience with curriculum development and organization, implantation of lesson plans, student, and behavior management skills and how to lead a group with increased communication skills.

The Day Camp Counselor position provides onsite leadership to youth and is the primary caregiver for each camper.  The counselor assists in the development and organization of daily camp activities and implementing the experiences in small groups.  The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are:

• Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their color groups during activities and throughout the camp to meet the needs of the camper.
  • Assure campers are always supervised.
  • Must be aware of and implement safety guidelines
• Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers.
  • Actively participate in all program areas with campers.
  • Responsible for leading or assisting with the teaching of activities.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers.
  • Provide daily care of each camper, including recognition of personal health needs.
  • Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to the Lead Counselor.
• Be a role model to camper and staff in your attitude and behavior.
  • Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
  • Set a good example to campers and others regarding camp procedures and practices including being on time, sportsmanship, organization, communication, enthusiasm, and proper hygiene.
• Represents the City of Eden Prairie professionally when interacting with parents or community members.
  • Communicates with and greets the parents of the campers daily.
  • Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their camper to have a successful camp experience.
• A willingness to learn about and support people with disabilities to fully participate in camp activities.

While these areas are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees may be called upon to perform a variety of duties in their roles with the City.

Position Requirements

• Must be at least 15 years of age by training date of June 12, 2025
• Availability June – August; Mondays – Fridays; attend evening staff meetings.
• Preferred previous experience working, babysitting or volunteering with youth.
• Must be current or able to become certified in First Aid/CPR prior to first day with campers.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid, behavior, or emergency related situations.  Must be able to assist campers in an emergency.
• Must possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers such as prolonged standing, bending, walking long distances, running, climbing and ability to lift to 50 lbs.

• Ability to communicate and work with all age and skills levels and provide necessary instruction to campers. Observe behaviors assess its appropriateness, enforce safety and emergency procedures as needed.

City Expectations

All employees are expected to contribute to the success of our organization by demonstrating the shared values: Collaboration, Innovation, Integrity, Performance, Relationships.

Position Specific Expectations

Communication: Able to convey a message to get a point across; communicates in a clear and concise manner; able to write clearly and succinctly; tailors’ message to a variety of communication settings and styles.

Attention to Detail: Able to find errors in work and solve problems; anticipates issues and performs at a high level of accuracy; sets up systems to ensure errors are not repeated.

Accountability: Follows through on commitments; focuses on appropriate tasks throughout the shift; takes responsibilities for actions both as an individual and on behalf of the organization; actions and words are in sync; follows all policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality; is prepared and punctual to all scheduled shifts.

Sound Judgment: Able to decide based on the right mixture of facts; determines a course of action after weighing and analyzing different options.

Pre-employment Process

The City of Eden Prairie conducts professional reference and criminal history checks for all employees joining the organization. In addition, the following is required for this specific position: drivers check (must have valid Driver’s License and excellent driving record). All final candidates must successfully complete and pass the pre-employment process before their first day of employment.

Application Process  - Please complete an application at www.edenprairie.org/jobs

Salary : $14