Summer Camp Counselor

SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR

Summary:

The Summer Day Camp Counselor at WSRA works with individuals of varying ages and disabilities, providing hands-on support, building meaningful relationships, and making an impact on those we serve. 

Pay Rate:  $15.75 per hour

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt 

PT/FT Status:  Full-Time; Seasonal

Dates: June 8 - August 7, 2026, Monday-Friday, plus paid training prior to start date

Hours: 8:15 AM - 3:45 PM (or until 5:15 if needed)

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years old 
• Must go through Summer Day Camp Orientation
• Experience or desire to work with individuals with disabilities (preferred)
• Certification in First Aid and CPR, or the ability to obtain it

Immediate Supervisor:  Camp Coordinator/Site Director

Responsibilities:

1. Assist Site Director with setting up, greeting participants/parents/guardians, and facilitating activities
2. Actively supervise individuals with disabilities
3. Attend Day Camp Orientation and Camp Planning Meetings
4. Perform all job tasks within the rules and regulations of WSRA policies, procedures, and safety program
5. Demonstrate dependability, promptness, flexibility, and punctuality
6. Promote good relations with participants, parents, employees, member agencies, personnel, and community contacts

Daily Operations:

1. Supervise participants - Ensure all assigned campers are accounted for at all times. Know the location of assigned campers at all times. May work in ratios of 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3, depending on participant needs.
2. Ensure all campers' needs are being met (toileting, feeding, water breaks).
3. Ensure all campers have the opportunity to actively participate in every activity. Adapt activities as needed for each assigned camper. Actively participate in camp activities such as, but not limited to, swimming, games, and field trips.
4. Ensure medication is given to the Site Director. Check camp bags daily for medication. Report medications to Site Director.
5. Lift, move, or transfer campers as needed using proper lifting techniques. Transfer individuals from a wheelchair to a chair, into and out of vehicles, from pool deck to pool. Physically assist individuals in wheelchairs by pushing, pulling, or providing stabilization on unknown terrain.
6. Complete Accident and Incident report forms as needed.
7. Utilize WSRA behavior modification plan and implement it in a positive way.
8. Role model appropriate behavior for campers. Interact with staff and participants within activities.
9. Complete clean-up of program areas before staff departure.
10. Interact with all campers and staff during activities.
11. Notify Site Director of problems or issues that arise during the day (injuries; behavior incidents; lost or missing items; broken, damaged, or missing equipment).
12. Provide parents/guardians with Daily Report Home Form.
13. Obtain supplies needed for activities.
14. Ensure supplies and equipment are in good working order.
15. Ensure supplies and equipment are put away in the correct location.
16. Monitor and address the medical, safety, and behavioral needs of participants in vehicle during transportation. Communicate any concerns to driver. 

Agency Expectations:

1. Exhibit positive, effective customer service to participants, families, co-workers and community contacts.
2. Know and follow personnel, safety, and agency policies and procedures. 
3. Produce accurate, quality work on a consistent basis. 
4. Exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions based on appropriate research and analysis.   
5. Adapt to changes in all aspects of job including assigned tasks, scheduling and new or unforeseen circumstances.
6. Initiate new, creative ideas for improved programming, procedures, projects and opportunities.
7. Communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing.
8. Be able to work efficiently and effectively under pressure, such as emergencies and deadlines.
9. Project a professional image by demonstrating the agency’s core values.
10. Handle confidential information discreetly and professionally.

Working Conditions:

This position operates indoors in classrooms, gymnasiums, multi-purpose rooms and exercise rooms, as well as outdoors at different activity fields, parks, playgrounds, etc. The noise level can range from quiet to loud. When working inside conditions can include different types of lighting and temperatures. When working outdoors you may be exposed to different types of weather conditions. 

Please email resume and application to:  hr@warrentownship.net

Miscellaneous Information

WSRA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, parental status, disability, perceived disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.