SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR

Salary : $10.00 - $13.00 Hourly

Location : Town of Hope Mills, NC

Job Type : Seasonal / Temporary

Job Number : 2025 -00005

Department : P&R - Programs and Events

Sub Department : Summer Camp

Opening Date : 02 / 05 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 5 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

SUMMARY

Looking for a fun summer job that you'll never forget? The Town of Hope Mills needs Summer Camp Counselors for its upcoming Summer Camp Program. The Hope Mills Summer Camp Program consists of eight weeks of camp, From June 9th - August 1st, for children ages 5 to 12. Camp daily hours are 7 : 30am - 6 : 00pm.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Qualified candidates should possess the ability to perform the following essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation :

• Supervising a group of children ages 5-12, always ensuring their safety.
• Leading and participating in a variety of camp activities such as games, arts and crafts, and educational sessions.
• Creating a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.
• Assisting in the set-up and cleanup of camp activities and equipment.
• Collaborating with fellow staff to deliver a high-quality camp experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Required Qualifications

Necessary Skills and Attributes

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This is a fast-paced, sometimes high-pressure environment, responsible for the supervision of young children in a variety of settings. Staff must be safety conscious and committed to providing a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all participants. They must also able to deal with children, parents, and other staff in a positive, courteous, tactful, and professional manner.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. On a case-by-case basis, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires moderate physical effort is; must be able to lift / carry materials up to 25 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action

The Town of Hope Mills is dedicated to equality of opportunity. Accordingly, we do not practice or condone discrimination, in any form, against employees or applicants on the grounds of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, political affiliation or mental or physical abilities except where physical or mental abilities, sex, or age are legitimate occupational qualifications. We are subject to, and comply with, the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Overtime Compensation Agreement

Consistent with the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, it is the town's policy to compensate non-exempt employees for overtime work with compensatory time off or overtime pay. As part of the acceptance of any offer of employment with the Town, employees in non-exempt positions agree to accept, at the discretion of the town, either compensatory time off or overtime pay, as appropriate compensation for overtime work that may be required to perform as an employee of the Town of Hope Mills.

E-Verify

If employed, you must submit proof of identity and eligibility for legal employment by your third day of work. A list of acceptable documents can be found at . Documents provided must be original. Copies will not be accepted.

Conditions of Employment

Employment with the Town of Hope Mills is at-will and is conditional meaning it may be contingent upon the completion of pre-employment screenings, to include a drug test, criminal history, verification of education and / or employment and professional references.

Part-time employees are eligible to contribute to 401(k) & 457(b) retirement plans. No other benefits are available to part-time employees at this time.

Salary : $10 - $13