Summer Camp Counselor
The Hamlin School
Location
San Francisco, California
Salary
$20 - $32 / HOUR
Quick overview
Counselors are responsible for supervising campers and ensuring their safety while leading daily activities such as sports, arts, and STEM. They support the social and emotional growth of campers by modeling leadership and positive behavior.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have experience working with children and possess strong communication and dependability skills. Mandatory requirements include a DOJ background screening, US work authorization, and TB health clearance.
Job description
Summer Camp
Position Summary
Counselors at LIONS Camp create a safe, engaging, and positive environment for campers. Counselors lead activities, support campers’ social and emotional growth, and model leadership, teamwork, and responsibility. ________________________________________________________________________________________ At The Hamlin School, we are committed to a policy of equal employment for all applicants and employees. As part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, we recruit and hire applicants with diverse backgrounds and professional experience that show their commitment to K-8 education and being a contributing member of a learning community.
Responsibilities
Supervise and ensure the safety of campers at all times Lead and assist with daily camp activities (games, sports, arts, STEM, climbing, etc.) Encourage participation, inclusion, and positive behavior Support campers in building confidence and friendships Communicate effectively with fellow staff and camp leadership Serve as a positive role model aligned with LIONS Camp values
Qualifications
Experience working with children preferred Responsible, energetic, and dependable Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to maintain a safe and supportive camp environment
Work Authorization Requirements
Clear the Department of Justice background screening (Livescan) Authorized to work in the United States (I-9) Provide health (TB) clearance (an update is expected every four years)
Physical Requirements
Demonstrate normal depth perception Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, operate standard office equipment, and use a telephone ● See and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids Hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone with or without auditory aides
