What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camps on Campus Counselor position at UNC Charlotte?
General Information
Position Number
STMP15
Working Title
Camps on Campus Counselor
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
School of Professional Studies
Work Unit
SPS-Prg Mgmt & Summer
Work Location
Main Campus
Vacancy Open To
All Candidates
Position Designation
Non-Student Temporary
Employment Type
Temporary - Full-time
Hours per week
Up to 40 hours per week.
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 40 hours/week Full Time. Flex schedule with shifts starting at either 7:30am, 7:45am, 8:00am, 8:15am, or 8:30am. Preference for counselors available to work the following weeks:
Week 1 Jun/9/2025 Jun/13/2025
Week 2 Jun/16/2025 Jun/20/2025
Week 3 Jun/23/2025 Jun/27/2025
Week 4 Jul/7/2025 Jul/11/2025
Week 5 Jul/14/2025 Jul/18/2025
Week 6 Jul/21/2025 Jul/25/2025
Week 7 Jul/28/2025 Aug/1/2025
Week 8 Aug/4/2025 Aug/8/2025
Pay Rate
$14.00
Minimum Experience/Education
- Currently enrolled college student.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
- Experience working with children/youth in group settings.
- Valid driver’s license (for identification purposes only; no driving required).
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
- Must be available for mandatory orientation training on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
- Skills and Character Traits:
- Maturity, responsibility, and accountability
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism
- Self-directed/takes initiative
- Enthusiasm
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Patience
- Leadership
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Passion for working with children
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
- Undergraduate student at UNC Charlotte.
- 3.0 GPA (high school GPA accepted for rising freshmen applicants).
- Previous experience as a Camp Counselor or experience as a former Counselor-in-Training with Camps on Campus.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise, engage, and mentor children and youth, ages ranging from 1st through 12th grade participating in the Camps on Campus or Niner Academy program at UNC Charlotte. Foster a safe, nurturing, disciplined, and fun environment for campers and collaborate and communicate with fellow camp staff to ensure a well-organized and positive experience for campers and parents alike.
- Support and coach Counselors-in-Training, providing performance feedback.
- Assist with transportation safety during field trips and transitions (no driving required).
- Maintain awareness of camper allergies, medications, and special instructions.
- Support administrative tasks and ensure accurate record-keeping for camper activities.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Camper Supervision and Engagement
Camper Supervision and Engagement
- Supervise, mentor, and actively engage campers in daily activities to foster socialization and interaction. Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers, including facilitating a disciplined and positive environment.
Decision-Making and Inclusion
- Make independent, time-sensitive decisions regarding camper safety, behavior, and conflicts. Implement individualized learning and behavior plans for campers with disabilities to ensure an inclusive environment.
Communication and Parent Relations
- Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding camper welfare and disciplinary matters, using professional conflict resolution skills. Assist with camper drop-off and pick-up, maintaining a welcoming and efficient process.
Team Collaboration and Curriculum Support
- Collaborate with fellow camp staff to plan and execute learning activities and events. Contribute ideas for curriculum and assist in facilitating educational activities, often improvising when needed.
Youth Protection and Compliance
- Complete mandatory Youth Protection training and report any suspected cases of abuse promptly.
- Adhere to camp safety protocols and the Minors on Campus policies.
What You Gain In This Position:
Dynamic Leadership with Children and Youth: Build impactful leadership and mentorship skills within a team-oriented environment.
Autonomous Decision-Making: Develop conflict resolution and independent decision-making abilities for professional growth.
Convenient Work Schedule: Enjoy a summer schedule with no night or weekend shifts and built-in vacation time during the July 4th week.
On-Campus Work Environment: Convenient, centralized location at UNC Charlotte for a stress-free commute.
Dynamic Leadership with Children and Youth: Build impactful leadership and mentorship skills within a team-oriented environment.
Autonomous Decision-Making: Develop conflict resolution and independent decision-making abilities for professional growth.
Convenient Work Schedule: Enjoy a summer schedule with no night or weekend shifts and built-in vacation time during the July 4th week.
On-Campus Work Environment: Convenient, centralized location at UNC Charlotte for a stress-free commute.
Other Work/Responsibilities
- Must be physically capable of lifting objects and campers for loading into vans and car seats, dealing with possible injuries, or assisting campers with disabilities.
- Ability to independently use stairs for safe evacuation during emergencies.
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and working outdoors in the heat during assigned shifts throughout the 8-week period.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Proposed Hire Date
05/31/2025
Expected Length of Assignment
2 months
Posting Open Date
01/17/2025
Posting Close Date
Special Notes to Applicants
Temporary
staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage,
State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker’s
Compensation provisions.
However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker – i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.
Special
Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan
staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage,
State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker’s
Compensation provisions.
However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker – i.e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.
Special
Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan
- Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days)
FTE .75 (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full-time, offered the high
deductible health insurance
- Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days)
Reported as full-time & offered the high deductible health insurance
https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefit-plans/health-insurance
Salary : $14
