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Seasonal Camp Counselor - Dalworth Recreation Center - Summer

Job in Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas, 75051, USA
Listing for: City of Grand Prairie
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-03-06
Job specializations:
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Summer Seasonal, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 10000 - 60000 USD Yearly USD 10000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Seasonal Camp Counselor - Dalworth Recreation Center - Summer 2026

Seasonal Camp Counselors for the Dalworth Recreation Center – Summer 2026

Join our team as a Seasonal Summer Camp Counselor and make a lasting impact! You'll lead and inspire kids through fun indoor and outdoor activities, including arts, crafts, games, and sports. Use your creativity and leadership skills to organize engaging programs, coordinate resources, and develop exciting plans that create unforgettable experiences. If you’re energetic, love working with children, and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply now!

Qualifications
  • Must be mature, enthusiastic, imaginative, energetic, creative, have strong leadership skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work effectively in a TEAM environment.
  • Strong communication, problem‑solving, organization, and mediation skills.
  • Ability to motivate and maintain a positive atmosphere, and if necessary, use positive disciplinary techniques.
  • Working knowledge of company safety protocols and ability to administer minor medical care.
  • Leadership, alertness, and patience.
Responsibilities
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, adapt to last minute changes.
  • Physical stamina and ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to withstand working outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
  • Must be able to lift, pull, push or drag up to 60 pounds of equipment, i.e. ice chest, supply boxes, inventory.
  • Commit to the seasonal schedule.
  • Must be able to attend camp counselor orientation and training prior to the first day of camp.
  • Provides high‑quality programming and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for camp participants ages 6‑15.
  • Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well‑being.
  • Organizes and leads various small and large group activities.
  • Ensures cleanliness of the site, sweeping, mopping, throwing away trash, cleaning up after activities.
  • Assists in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports and daily attendance.
  • Mediates any campers’ disputes.
  • Knows, enforces, and follows all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, always including the whereabouts of your campers.
  • Providing positive and enthusiastic customer service to all Members and guests.
  • Maintains constant surveillance of the pool area and be confident in the water.
  • Ability to use sound judgment in handling discipline issue with campers, and to make quick decisions to ensure safety of all.
  • Accompany groups on field trips.
Experience & Certifications
  • Experience
    :
    Working and supervising children in a recreation or camp environments preferred and cash handling a plus.
    • Current infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid with AED certification or ability to attend training upon employment offer.
    • Camp, youth programs, recreation, or working with children experience preferred, but not required.
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