Summer Camp Counselor

Summer Camp Team Member

CPR/First Aid (Adult and Pediatric) certification required or willingness to obtain as part of training.

Schedule: May 14, 2026 – August 7, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm

Principal Function

Guide and energize a group of children between 3 years and 11 years old through a full day of planned activities, creating a safe environment that is structured, engaging, and fun!

Position Overview

• Create a safe, positive, and energetic environment where kids feel welcomed, included, and encouraged.
• Model kindness, respect, and good sportsmanship while helping campers build friendships and confidence.
• Lead an assigned group of children through daily camp activities, ensuring a fun, engaging, and well-supervised experience.
  
  
  

Core responsibilities

• Handle administrative tasks, including daily camper check-in/check-out, and organizing the group’s activity schedule.
• Facilitate active, engaging warm-up games and informative circle time to start the day and support smooth transitions between activities.
• Supervise and actively engage with campers throughout the day, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Lead organized activities, explain rules clearly, and adapt games so that all campers can participate and have fun.
• Support campers’ emotional needs by listening, encouraging positive behavior, and helping resolve minor conflicts calmly and respectfully.
• Communicate effectively with other staff and, when needed, with parents or guardians about camper needs, successes, and concerns.
• Provide your assigned group with a structured, safe, fun, and fitness-focused camp experience every day.
• Assist with camp setup, cleanup, and transitions to keep the day running smoothly and on schedule.
  
  
  

Sports and activity leadership

• Run and support skills and drills, group games, and swimming games for campers.
• Join campers in a variety of additional sports, activities, and pool time each day.
• Participate in public ice-skating sessions alongside campers, ensuring safety and engagement.
• Assist coaches and staff with tennis lessons for your group.
  
  
  

Training and certification

• Attend and actively participate in required water safety and camp training sessions mid May as directed by the supervisor.
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid (Adult and Pediatric) certification or be willing to obtain it as part of training.
  
  
  

Professional standards

• Maintain a neat, professional appearance by wearing the Genesis Sportsplex Club uniform and athletic shoes.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to actively participate for the full shift.
• Follow all camp, safety, and confidentiality policies and procedures as outlined by Genesis Sportsplex Club.
• Demonstrate a positive, respectful attitude toward campers, families, and coworkers at all times.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in camp, school, childcare, coaching, or similar settings preferred.
• Knowledge of basic child development and positive behavior management strategies preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills, with the ability to engage and motivate groups of children.
• Comfortable leading active games, sports, and group activities both indoors and outdoors.
• Responsible, patient, and energetic, with a genuine enthusiasm for working with kids.
  
  
  

Benefits

• Membership and access to athletic club facilities during employment. Fun, active work environment where you stay moving, build leadership skills, and gain great experience for future jobs.
• Strong sense of community and friendships with other staff, plus the chance to make a real difference in kids’ lives.