Summer Youth Camp Counselor

River Oaks Country Club is looking for energetic, friendly, and self-motivated individuals for our 2026 Camp ROCC program! You will report to the Youth & Family Programs Manager and be a part of a team of around 10 counselors. Counselors are tasked with overseeing 35 children through athletic exercise, team building, and field trips.

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise children throughout camp activities such as: tennis, free play, and swimming
• Participate in activities that include: crafts, games, swimming, team-building, and athletic activities
• Identify and respond to camper’s behavior issues
• Know and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp program
• Assist in the planning and implementing of the daily activities that fit the children’s needs and interests
• Direct or assist in the daily maintenance of the camp areas, ensuring safety and cleanliness

Qualifications

• Possess American Red Cross Child & Adult CPR/AED or Lifeguard Certification or the ability to obtain it prior to your start date
• Be at least 18 years old
• Have worked with children in past jobs or pursuing a degree involving work with children
• Child sensitivity Certification or the ability to obtain it prior to your start date 

Personal Characteristics

• Thoroughly enjoys working with children
• High energy, self-motivated, outgoing personality
• Courteous, tactful, kind and respectful
• Excellent people skills and a friendly, responsible, service-oriented attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Reliable and timely – able to arrive at work on time and remain at the Club for the duration of the shift
• Able to spend long periods on your feet; work outside for the majority of the shift; attend to children at the pool area, this is typically wet and slippery; sustain continued exposure to humidity, sunlight and heat exceeding 100 degrees; push, pull or lift up to 30 pounds

The Club and Our Benefits: We offer excellent benefits for full-time positions including: Medical, Dental, Vision; 401(k) Matching & Safe Harbor Contributions; Group/Voluntary Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; Short and Long Term Disability; Annual Christmas Bonus*; Employee Meals*; Complimentary Parking*; Employee Scholarship Program*. (*benefits available to all current employees)

Founded in 1923, River Oaks Country Club is considered among the nation’s premier private clubs and is ranked number 56 of the Top 100 Golf and Country Clubs globally by Platinum Clubs of the World. Situated on 183 acres, the Club has a long-standing reputation of providing members, their families and guests with an exceptional club experience and unparalleled service. 

River Oaks Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Oaks Country Club grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

Disclaimer: 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.