What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aim for the Stars Summer Camp Counselor position at University of Nebraska at Omaha?
Position Information
Job Title
Aim for the Stars Summer Camp Counselor
Department
Physics
Essential Functions
This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Counselors will be active participants in all math/science camp activities throughout the week and will assist the teachers with a variety of tasks creating the goal of a memorable, fun camp experience for children. You will interact with children between 3rd-9th grade throughout the entire day, helping them make friends, encouraging them to try new things, and enforcing UNO protocols for health and safety. The role of the counselor is to participate, build relationships, and have fun while being a positive role model. Counselors should be capable of sustaining energy and enthusiasm throughout the day from camper arrival to camper dismissal. Counselors need to be self-starters who are not afraid to jump in and participate with campers in activities or re-direct camper behavior in a positive way.
Counselors will be active participants in all math/science camp activities throughout the week and will assist the teachers with a variety of tasks creating the goal of a memorable, fun camp experience for children. You will interact with children between 3rd-9th grade throughout the entire day, helping them make friends, encouraging them to try new things, and enforcing UNO protocols for health and safety. The role of the counselor is to participate, build relationships, and have fun while being a positive role model. Counselors should be capable of sustaining energy and enthusiasm throughout the day from camper arrival to camper dismissal. Counselors need to be self-starters who are not afraid to jump in and participate with campers in activities or re-direct camper behavior in a positive way.
Work Schedule
M: 7:30am-3:45pm T-F: 8:00am-3:45pm. (Will vary somewhat due to before/aftercare assignment.) Commit to working all eight weeks between June 2nd and August 1st. Off July 4th week.
Additional Duties
Required Qualifications
Must be outgoing and friendly. Must have an interest in science and/or math. Must be able to work with a range of school children and multiple teachers and counselors. Background check is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferably taught/counseled/participated in Aim for the Stars camp. Preferably attending or graduated from college. CPR and AED certificate for adult and child helpful. Although not required, preferably not working elsewhere on campus concurrent with AFTS position.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
$16 per hour
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2025T-00105
Open Date
02/03/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, relation, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. If you need accommodations or assistance filling out an application, please contact the ER Specialist at 402.554.2463.
Salary : $16
