Summer Camp Counselor
Cornerstone of Jacksonville
Location
Jacksonville, Florida
Salary
$15 - $17 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Summer Camp Counselor will assist the Camp Directors in running the Camp Discovery Summer Camp Program. Responsibilities include planning and implementing activities, supporting camp initiatives, and maintaining a positive environment for participants.
Requirements summary
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience working with youth. A clear level II background check and reliable transportation are also required.
Job description
Position: Summer Camp Counselor
Position opening
Summer Camp Counselor from June 8, 2026 to July 24, 2026 (Seasonal) / Training is June 1, 2026.
Schedule: Various Shift Openings; AM Shift/ PM Shift/ Mid-Day Shift/ Floater
Primary purpose
Assisting with the Camp Directors to run Camp Discovery Summer Camp Program for the duration of summer.
Requirements
This job requires a clear level II background check. References required. Applicant must have reliable transportation to ensure they make it to camp on time. High School diploma or equivalent required. Minimum one year of experience working with youth. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have clean background screening (level 2)
Compensation
Compensation is $15.00 to $17.00 per hour, depending on previous experience. Position is hourly. Roughly 40 hours per week - Temporary Employment (6 Weeks).
Duties
The successful candidate is a highly motivated, creative, and energetic individual who wants to make a difference in people’s lives and in our community.
Additional duties
- Plan and implement meaningful activities, lesson plans and special events that are structured, age-appropriate, fun, exciting, challenging, and values based in the areas of arts, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), character development, literacy, creative expression, community service, physical fitness and/or nutrition.
- Perform specific scheduled assignments, including but not limited to, swimming, arrival and / or departure, and lunch duty.
- Support the planning and implementation of all camp activities, including but not limited to, summer learning initiatives, field trips, in-camp events, and culminating performances.
- Work cooperatively with all program staff.
- Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants.
- Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional or behavioral differences.
- Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign in / out forms, behavior / incident / accident reports, as appropriate).