Extended Day; PMX Camp Counselor - MD

Extended Day (PMX) Camp Counselor – MD

Apply to join Headfirst Summer Camps as an Extended Day (PMX) Camp Counselor in Maryland.

• $11.00/hr – $15.65/hr

• In‑season (late June through mid August): 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm Monday – Friday
• Pre‑season (May and early June): select weekends for training and site preparation

• 3‑12 years old

• Arts and crafts
• Storytime
• Sports and games
• Playground

• Lead a group of 12 to 16 campers with a co‑counselor through a pre‑written curriculum and planned schedule.
• Teach pre‑written curriculum and engage campers during break times.
• Implement Headfirst’s safety protocols on supervision, bathrooms, emergency medications, and camper behavior management.
• Bring camp to life with enthusiasm, dedication, and un‑matched energy.
• Nurture physical, social & emotional safety by supporting campers in break‑time activities.
• Represent Headfirst for families and facility partners and act as a brand ambassador.
• Arrive on time, communicate schedule changes promptly, and maintain consistent teamwork.
• Handle challenges with a resilient, proactive mindset focused on camper experience and team success.

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Work around small children, including sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs for the full day.
• Work in hot, outdoor environments while supervising campers and participating in dynamic activities for extended periods.
• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Commit to the Cell‑Phone Free policy, powering down and storing phones in a locked pouch during shifts.

Headfirst Summer Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our community and strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. Reasonable accommodation is welcome.

Headfirst delivers thoughtfully designed, high‑quality summer and youth experiences built to elevate potential and exceed expectations. For over 25 years, we have partnered with families, schools, and organizations to create environments where kids feel supported, challenged, and confident. Our programs are intentionally structured, and our staff are trained to spot, create, and celebrate breakthrough moments—our Headfirst Moments—through proactive design and robust teamwork.