Summer Camp Counselor

Summer Camp Counselor Cornerstone of Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL Job Details Full-time $15 - $17 an hour 19 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Working with children Full 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).