Junior Counselor

Junior Counselor

Are you ready for an unforgettable summer? Join Our Team as a Junior Counselor! As a Junior Counselor, you’ll play an essential role in creating a positive and fun environment for campers. Working alongside experienced counselors, you’ll help lead a group of 15‑20 campers through exciting activities, fostering a sense of teamwork and adventure. At our camp, we believe that campers come first, and every day is an opportunity for growth and fun.

Junior Counselors will grow in their leadership potential and create meaningful memories for campers. If you love working with kids, embracing a camp spirit, and making lasting memories, this is the job for you!

Pay range: $15.00/hour
. Starting pay based on qualifications. This is an hourly, part‑time position, consisting of up to 37.5 hours per week.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM

Program Date:

June 15 – August 14, 2026

Training Dates:

June 4 & 5, 2026 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
June 6, 2026 @ 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
June 17, 2026 @ 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
July 1, 2026 @ 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM

Applications will continue to be accepted and may be considered until the positions are filled
. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as a decision has been made regarding their individual application. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Note:

Along with the required application, candidates are asked to submit a cover letter describing their qualifications and interest in the position.

Appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre‑placement conditions including CORI and SORI checks. Costs of these pre‑placement requirements will be borne by the Town.

The Town of Concord, MA is an EEO Employer. We value diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Department:

Human Services
- Recreation

Salary Grade:

MISC 2

Reports To:

Camp Director, and Recreation Supervisor

FLSA Status:

Non‑Exempt

Appointed By:

Town Manager

Date:

December 2024

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who are or become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case‑by‑case basis.

• Work with campers grades K-6 with and without disabilities, in an outdoor day camp setting.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Participate in all camp activities with camp group including swimming, sports, art, science, music, free time, and field trips.
• Ensure that the camper group is on time for all activities and remains meaningfully engaged during programming.
• Communicate with lead counselors, counselors, directors, specialists, nurse and parents regarding camper’s daily experiences.
• Enforce rules, regulations, and policies to assure safety of all children in attendance.
• Build relationship with campers to foster friendly, supportive and nurturing group dynamics.
• Maintain a practice of stewardship for recreation property including proper accounting and storage of all camp equipment.

• Previous experience working with children.
• An easy-going, fun-loving personality.
• A desire and ability to work well in teams.
• An eagerness to receive feedback and willingness to develop leadership skills.
• A tremendous work ethic.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as take action as needed.
• Confidence and positive presence in both group and one‑on‑one settings.
• A personality and character that exudes leadership, flexibility, trustworthiness, creativity, energy, inspiration and positivity.

• Must be at least 15 years of age (work permit required).
• Some high school education required.
• Experience participating in or working at a summer camp/program, preferred.
• CPR and first aid certified (available during staff training).
• Available to work for the entire camp season preferred.

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