Day Camp Counselor

JOB TITLE: Day Camp Counselor

REVISION DATE: January 27th 2026

REPORTS TO: Day Camp Director

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Serves as the primary caregiver for each camper. The camp counselor is responsible for leading and caring for groups of campers; assisting, leading, and carrying out activities; and guiding campers in their personal growth and skill development.

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT

June 7th – August 15th

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide daily care for each camper within your supervision at all times.
• Be alert to and assist with campers’ physical and emotional needs, discussing with the Camp Health Director and/or Camp Director when appropriate.
• Assist campers with choices and activity selections.
• Self-regulate personal behavior in a fast-paced community environment.
• Adapt activities as necessary based on the needs and experience of the participants.
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude, behavior, and following camp procedures.
• Ensure enforcement of camp rules and communicate them positively and effectively to participants.
• Lead assigned activities.
• Assist in program areas based on assigned responsibilities in staff training and beyond.
• Actively participate in all camp activities, assisting in and leading those as assigned.
• Apply youth development principles to empower campers, embrace diversity, aid in competency development, and build connections.
• Assist in camp chores and caring for program materials.
• Take initiative to ensure that all campers, staff, and volunteers have a great summer at camp.
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Camper-focused
• Behavior management and conflict resolution
• Risk management
• Youth development
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Positive attitude and flexibility
• Activity Instruction and facilitation

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 18 years old or 17 years old with a high school diploma
• Previous experience with children’s camps or working with children preferred
• Previously demonstrated knowledge and skill in camp and outdoor adventure programming, including but not limited to target sports, aquatic activities, camping skills, STEAM activities, etc. preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds, including supplies and equipment, as needed.
• Must be able to pass State and National background checks.
• Current certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED or willingness to obtain.

WORKING AT CAMP:

• Camp is a communal living situation that means actively socializing and being surrounded by other campers and staff from when you wake up until you go to sleep.
• Lots of active outdoor activities, such as sports, swimming, boating, climbing, archery, high ropes course, low ropes course, and similar activities.
• 3 daily meals in a dining hall with up to 150 people who create a busy, bustling, and often loud environment, with excited talking, cheering, large group singing, and games.
• A screen-free environment (during work hours) in which we disconnect from cell phones, video games, and the internet. Campers are not permitted to have or use devices at camp.
• You will likely have a lot less “alone time” than you might find at home.
• Camp Daggett is a large property and you should be comfortable walking longer distances.
• Your daily assigned duties may change with little notice due to weather or other circumstances, and flexibility is key.
• Typical schedule is Sunday afternoon through Saturday morning.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

COMPENSATION:

• $400 per week
• Option for Room and Board
• Paid training and certifications

This job includes emphasis on using the principles embodied in the Full Value agreement of working as a team, being safe, and speaking up.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

Camp Daggett provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Camp Daggett is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $400.00 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $400