The Greenville Recreation and Parks Department is currently recruiting for Summer Camp Counselors to work with the summer camps below:

• Camp Escape (Drew Steele Center)
• Jamboree at South Greenville Recreation Center
• Playground Program (Greenfield Terrace Park)
• Rec Plus Camp (H. Boyd Lee Park)
• Eppes Day Camp

• There is no camp on June 19, July 4, and July 5.

• May 14, 2024
• May 16, 2024
• May 21, 2024
• May 23, 2024
• May 28, 2024

Examples of Duties

Camp Escape (Drew Steele Center)
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Daily guidance of campers aged 5 - 21 years old with developmental and/or physical disabilities; leads and participates in camp activities; assists other counselors; actively participates with campers; directs a portion of daily activities; maintains attendance records and other required paperwork; and other duties as assigned.
Previous experience working with individuals with developmental or physical disabilities in recreation or physical education is preferred.
Jamboree at South Greenville Recreation Center
Hours: Must be available to work a varied schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Daily guidance of campers ages 5 - 12 years old; leads and participates in camp activities; assists other counselors; teaches sports skills; supervises at the swimming pool; supervises field trips; assists in planning daily activities; leads group games and art projects; and other duties as assigned.
Previous experience in summer camp setting preferred.
Playground Program (Greenfield Terrace Park)
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Assists in planning and coordinating daily activities which include arts and crafts and team building games for campers 5 - 12 years old; leads and participates in camp activities; responsible for supervising campers ensuring their safety and wellbeing; helps maintain and acquire the necessary operating supplies with approval of Recreation Supervisor; assists in maintaining attendance records and permission slips for each camper; handles parental concerns and complaints when supervisor is not available; other duties as assigned.
Must possess a creative imagination in arts and crafts and team-building games. Must be willing to participate in game and garden activities.
Rec Plus Camp (H. Boyd Lee Park)
Hours: Must be available to work between 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Daily guidance of campers ages 5 - 10 years old; leads and participates in camp activities; assists other counselors; teaches sports skills; supervises at the swimming pool; supervises field trips; assists in daily activities; leads group games and art projects; and other duties as assigned.
Previous experience in summer camp setting preferred.
Eppes Day Camp (Eppes Recreation Center)
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Daily guidance of campers ages 5 - 12 years old; leads and participates in camp activities; assists other counselors; teaches sports skills; supervises at the swimming pool; supervises field trips; assists in planning daily activities; leads group games and art projects; and other duties as assigned.
Previous experience in summer camp setting preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience interacting with children or teens (paid or volunteer), such as in a school, camp, daycare, or recreational setting preferred.

• promoting good conduct and acting as a role model for campers.
• presenting a mature professional demeanor.

• working in a team environment.

• maintain effective and courteous working relationships with campers, parents, employees, community organization partners, and the general public.
• understand and abide by Greenville Recreation and Parks Department policies and procedures.
• understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Special Requirements

• Valid CPR, First Aid/AED certifications prior to the start of camp.
• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by N.C. or another state.