What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor position at Sunrise Day Camp?
Sunrise Day Camp, for children ages 3 ½ - 16, is the only dedicated full summer day camp in the world for children with cancer and their siblings. It is a camp designed to meet the emotional, social, recreational and physical needs of these children while allowing them to enjoy the comforts and safety of their own homes at night.
Sunrise Day Camp offers a full, multi-week summer activity program plus year- round camp-like programs. These additional programs take place at our campgrounds and other locations that provide exclusive use of their facilities. Additionally, our in-hospital program Sunrise On Wheels allows children to experience “camp” in the hospital by providing activities for those who are awaiting treatment.
Best of all, Sunrise Day Camp is offered free of charge to all children being treated for cancer and their siblings on a non-sectarian basis. By raising the needed funds from outside sources instead of charging the parents, we can help to alleviate some of the costs, and the related stress, that parents incur caring for a sick child throughout the year. Children who have received medical clearance from their physicians are welcome to attend. Though 7.5 weeks of camp programming is offered, children may register and attend any and every day they feel well enough to do so.
Staff Position
Sunrise Day Camp is actively hiring individuals to serve as a Camp Counselor. We are looking for individuals who are mature, responsible, energetic, creative and excited to make a tremendous impact in the lives of our children. IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH CHILDREN.
This individual must be able to keep children engaged and entertained along with bringing a positive attitude. Counselors will be expected to participate in all camp activities, and be a positive role model for campers.
Camp will run from June 30th - August 15th, 2025, with mandatory training sessions throughout June. Dates are TBD.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $750.00 - $4,500.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $750 - $4,500
