SummerWorks Camp Counselor

Camp Overview

SummerWorks is Rowland Hall’s dynamic summer camp program, serving children ages 4–13 in an engaging and enriching environment. Rooted in the school’s vision of developing people the world needs, SummerWorks offers a joyful extension of learning where curiosity, creativity, and connection thrive throughout the summer months. Campers are encouraged to explore their interests, build confidence, and develop meaningful relationships through hands-on experiences and purposeful play.

SummerWorks delivers high-quality programming through a balance of structured activities and child-centered exploration. Our offerings include outdoor play, creative expression, collaborative games, and experiential learning opportunities designed to support social-emotional growth and independence. Guided by caring, trained staff, campers are challenged to try new things, work together, and engage thoughtfully with their peers in an inclusive and supportive community.

Located on Rowland Hall’s beautiful Salt Lake City campus near the base of the Wasatch Mountain Range, SummerWorks benefits from the school’s exceptional facilities and natural surroundings. The program attracts families seeking a summer experience grounded in joy, fun, and purpose. SummerWorks is committed to building a strong staff community by fostering collaboration, professional growth, and a shared passion for creating meaningful experiences for children.

Position Summary

SummerWorks camp counselors are the heart of our camp experience. Counselors create a joyful, safe, and engaging environment where campers feel supported, included, and excited to learn and play. This position will lead activities, build meaningful relationships with campers, collaborate closely with fellow counselors and leadership staff, and help each day run smoothly—from high-energy games to calm transitions. We’re looking for enthusiastic, flexible team players who love working with children, bring positive energy to everything they do, and aren’t afraid to jump in (sometimes literally!) to make camp unforgettable.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Camper Care & Engagement

• Actively supervise campers to ensure a safe, supportive, and fun environment at all times
• Facilitate smooth transitions throughout the day, including check-in, check-out, and moving between activities
• Engage campers in indoor and outdoor activities while maintaining awareness of the entire group
• Build positive relationships and respond to camper’s needs with patience and understanding, recognizing them as individuals
• Support campers through challenges and help resolve conflicts with patience and care

Professionalism

• Learn and follow camp policies, procedures, and staff expectations
• Arrive on time, ready to engage, and dressed appropriately for camp

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate professionally and calmly with campers, families, and staff
• Share important updates, observations, concerns, or messages from families or staff with the leadership team and the director of SummerWorks
• Learn and use the names of children, families, and fellow staff to foster a welcoming environment

Additional Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and clean activity spaces for both indoor and outdoor play
• Respond to emergencies calmly and professionally
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 4–13 (camp experience is preferred)
• CPR/first aid certification (training provided)
• Ability to supervise large groups of children
• A sense of humor, caring personality, and positive energy balanced with professionalism and maturity
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Comfort with trying new things, learning from mistakes, and growing as a team member
• Ability to stay calm and effectively manage emergency situations

The requirements listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Work comfortably and effectively in outdoor environments, including direct sunlight and varying temperatures
• Supervise pool activities, including entering the pool to actively support and monitor campers
• Move easily around classrooms, the Rowland Hall McCarthey Campus, and off-site field trip locations, to support various activities
• Contribute in an organized and productive manner as a team member of the SummerWorks program
• Lift up to 10 lbs of boxes to prepare/clean up from activities
• Communicate appropriately and effectively with constituents, including campers, families, and colleagues

Additional Information

This is a seasonal, non-exempt position. The hourly rate ranges between $12.50 and $17.50 per hour, based on experience. SummerWorks has mandatory paid staff training on June 4, 5, and 6, 2026. Our camp season begins on Monday, June 8, 2026, and ends on Friday, August 7, 2026; camp staff work 8:10 am–4 pm daily. There will be no camp on June 19, July 3, and July 24. CPR and first aid certification is required. SummerWorks offers CPR and first aid training prior to the start of camp.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rowland Hall is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, believes that each individual is entitled to equal opportunity without regard to sex, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state anti-discrimination laws. Rowland Hall’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotion, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Salary : $13 - $18