What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Day Camp Counselor position at Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center?
We are looking for energetic, responsible, and positive individuals to join our Summer Day Camp team! Camp Counselors help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment for children throughout the summer. This position is ideal for high school and college students who enjoy working with kids, being active, and spending time indoors and outside. This is a seasonal position for summer employment.
Position Summary:
Summer Day Camp Counselors supervise and interact with campers throughout daily activities, games, and field trips. Counselors help lead activities, encourage participation, and ensure campers have a safe and memorable camp experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise campers in both small and large group settings
- Lead and participate in games, activities, and creative play
- Help plan and organize daily activities for campers
- Ensure a safe, positive, and inclusive environment
- Assist with field trips, including walking trips around the community and off-site trips (such as parks or zoos)
- Supervise campers during bus transportation and off-site activities
- Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and positive behavior
- Communicate with fellow staff and supervisors to ensure smooth daily operations
- Serve as a positive role model for campers
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school student (age 14 ) or college student
- Enjoys working with children
- Responsible, dependable, and enthusiastic
- Comfortable leading games and activities
- Ability to work well with a team
- CPR/First Aid certification is a plus (or willingness to obtain)
What You’ll Gain:
- Leadership and teamwork experience
- Opportunity to work with kids and make a positive impact
- Resume-building experience for careers in education, recreation, or childcare
- A fun, active summer work environment
Learn, grow and play at the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center! Full fitness, aquatics and recreation facility with a giant, indoor play-land. 8-lane pool, track, courts, classes and a beautiful 800 seat performing arts theatre, conference room and ballroom!
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Employee discount
- Other
Job Type: parttime
Schedule:
- Day shift
Education: No education required
Work location: On-site
Salary : $35,195 - $41,919