Summer Inclusion Counselors

The Greenville Recreation and Parks Department is currently recruiting Summer Inclusion Counselors to work one-on-one with children with developmental and/or physical disabilities and provide support as they participate in summer camp programs.

Minimum Age: 21 years old, as of May 12, 2026.

Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour.

• Camp Escape (Drew Steele Center)

Camps run from June 15 to July 31, 2026, Monday - Friday. Counselors will work at one or more of the following camps. Hours vary by camp.
There is no camp on June 19 and July 3.

All staff are expected to attend mandatory training before camp starts.

This is a continuous posting and may close at any time.

• 2 years of previous experience working with individuals with developmental and/or physical disabilities, Special Education, adapted Physical Education, or Recreation. Recreation Therapy is strongly preferred.

Knowledge of:

• promoting good conduct and acting as a role model for campers.
• presenting a mature professional demeanor.

Skilled in:

• modifying activities and environments so campers with special needs can participate fully.
• providing personal care which may require lifting up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation.

Ability to:

• maintain effective and courteous working relationships with campers, parents, employees, community organization partners, and the general public.
• understand and abide by Greenville Recreation and Parks Department policies and procedures.
• understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• monitor children in a pool setting for an extended period of time.

• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by N.C. or another state.
• Valid CPR, First Aid/AED certifications are required prior to the start of camp.
• North Carolina Intervention (NCI) Certification and Medication Administration Certification are preferred.