Counselor/Activity Lead at Camp Fire Sandusky County

Camp Fire Sandusky County – Summer 2026 Counselor/Activity Lead
Locations:

• Misty Meadows: 2100 Baker Road, Fremont, OH 43420 (June 8 - June 26 & July 6 - Aug 14)
• Camp Glen: 6580 S Township Rd 131, Tiffin, OH 44883 (June 28 - July 3)

Position Overview:
Camp Fire Sandusky County is seeking motivated Counselor/Activity Leads to join our summer camp team. This position combines traditional day camp counselor responsibilities with short-term Activity Lead rotations throughout the summer. Our goal is to provide a safe, engaging, and fun camp experience while maintaining a collaborative and well-rounded staff team.

The Counselor/Activity Lead will:

• Primarily serve as a counselor interacting with campers across all age groups
• Take on 2–3 non-consecutive Activity Lead weeks (one morning shift, one afternoon shift, plus optional additional weeks)
• Assist in planning and leading activities in assigned program areas
• Support daily operations while ensuring safety, engagement, and fun

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Camp Counselor Responsibilities

• Supervise and actively engage with campers throughout the day to ensure a safe, positive, and inclusive camp environment.
• Lead groups of campers through daily camp activities, transitions, meals, and outdoor recreation.
• Build positive relationships with campers while modeling respect, responsibility, and the core values of Camp Fire.
• Support campers in social development, teamwork, problem solving, and conflict resolution.
• Maintain awareness of camper safety and behavior at all times while following all camp policies and procedures.
• Assist campers with daily routines including transitions between activities, snack/lunch times, and end-of-day pick-up procedures.

Program and Activity Responsibilities

• Organize, sanitize, and maintain classroom or activity space and equipment.
• Lead developmentally appropriate activities and assist in implementing planned curriculum.
• Assist in coordinating and delivering program activities, including Arts & Crafts, Archery, outdoor exploration, and other camp programs.
• Step into scheduled Activity Lead weeks to plan and facilitate specific program areas for campers.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and engaging environment during all activities.

Team and Administrative Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with campers, parents, and fellow staff members.
• Assist with record-keeping, program materials, and enforcing safety procedures.
• Participate in pre-camp training, staff meetings, and in-season planning.
• Work collaboratively with the camp team to support daily operations and create a positive camp culture.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; current high school students may be enrolled in College Credit Plus or similar programs
• Understanding of child development and behavior, and the ability to work with children of all ages
• Warm, friendly personality with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and Prevention of Infectious Diseases training
• Pass state and federal criminal background checks (BCII & FBI)
• Organizational skills, punctuality, and professionalism
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and be active outdoors for up to 8 hours per day
• Additional certifications a plus (Archery)

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, standing, and walking for long periods in indoor and outdoor environments
• Lifting, reaching, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping
• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions

Benefits:

• Free Summer Camp Programs for youth in your household (K–6) under your guardianship
• Personal Time, contingent on work hours

Schedule:

• Counselor: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday–Friday
• Activity Lead rotations: Morning Shift 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Before Care included), Afternoon Shift 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Aftercare included)
• Activity Lead weeks non-consecutive