What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor position at The WRK Group?
Join Our Team as a Summer Camp Counselor
Turn sunshine into smiles as you help shape unforgettable summers for children in our community! Kingswood Community Center is seeking energetic, creative individuals to join our summer camp team and make a meaningful impact in young lives.
As a Summer Camp Counselor, you'll dive into days filled with adventure, creativity, and growth – not just for our campers, but for yourself too. Create magical moments through sports, arts, field trips, and educational activities while building leadership skills that will benefit you in any future career.
Why You Should Join Us
Impactful Work: Shape young lives in the Riverside community by creating memorable, educational experiences that build confidence, social skills, and positive values in our youth.
Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a competitive salary, flexible scheduling options, and perks including staff outings and potential performance bonuses.
Growth Opportunities: Develop valuable leadership, conflict resolution, and program planning skills while accessing pathways to year-round positions within our organization.
Collaborative Culture: Join a vibrant team of passionate educators and mentors who support each other while creating an environment where both campers and staff can thrive.
Who We Are
Founded in 1946, Kingswood Community Center, Inc. (KCC) sits in the heart of the Riverside Community located in Northeast Wilmington. KCC's mission is to enable people in Northeast Wilmington and surrounding communities to achieve their potential for economic, social, and personal well-being. KCC offers programs for the youngest and oldest alike, as it includes an early learning center for 12 months to 5 years of age, before and aftercare, after school programming for school age youth, and a senior center for the elders in the community. In addition to programming, KCC provides resources, opportunities, and events to all ages.
What You’ll Do
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Summer Camp Counselors to create a safe, engaging, and fun environment for children ages 5-12 during our summer program. Counselors will plan and lead daily activities, supervise campers, and serve as positive role models while ensuring all children have a memorable and enriching summer experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and ensure the safety and wellbeing of campers at all times
- Plan, organize, and lead a variety of activities including arts and crafts, sports, games, swimming, field trips, and educational programs
- Implement age-appropriate curriculum that encourages creativity, physical activity, and social development
- Maintain positive relationships with campers, parents, and fellow staff members
- Assist with daily operations including check-in/check-out procedures, meal times, and transitions between activities
- Monitor and manage camper behavior using positive guidance techniques
- Document and communicate any incidents, accidents, or concerns to camp leadership
- Attend all required staff training sessions and weekly staff meetings
- Maintain a clean and organized environment
- Assist with setup and cleanup of daily activities and special events
What We’re Looking For
Education and Experience
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- At least one year of working with youth ages 5-12.
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
- Potential leadership growth opportunities for returning staff
Certification Requirements
- First Aid/CPR preferred; must be certified within first 10 days of hire.
Conditions of Hire
- A satisfactory criminal background and reference check.
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must have the ability to:
- Communicate and present effectively.
- Manage multiple activities with strong attention to detail and effective time management skills.
- Work with multiple age levels of children.
- Be a team player, adapt to change, and demonstrate flexibility.
- Demonstrate excellent judgment, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to achieve goals and objectives.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Be culturally sensitive.
- Be pro-active regarding job responsibilities.
- Maintain confidentiality.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position assists with the supervision of youth workers.
Work Environment and Requirements
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (hours may vary based on program needs). Mandatory staff training week in early June
- Travel: Primarily local during the business day, with some out-of-area or overnight travel as needed.Physical Demands: Ability to sit for extended periods, use technology, and move about to facilitate workshops or meetings.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
How We Evaluate Performance
Performance in this position will be evaluated in alignment with our Employee Handbook standards.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Kingswood Community Center is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law.
How to Apply
If you’re excited about this opportunity and believe you have the qualifications and drive to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
