Summer Camp Counselor – School Age

University of Denver•Denver, CO

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

We seek qualified individuals to lead and assist with our summer camp program at Ricks Center for Gifted Children. The Summer Camp Counselor helps create a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for campers by supervising activities, leading games and programs, and supporting daily routines. Counselors serve as positive role models, ensure camper safety, and contribute to a welcoming camp community. This role requires energy, teamwork, and a genuine interest in working with children. This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

Requirements

Education classes or experience leading camps, youth programs, recreation, or working with children in a related field.
Must be able to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities.
Must be able to work as a member of a team and can accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
Must pass a CBI (Colorado) and FBI (Federal) background check.

Nice To Haves

Have at least three (3) months (or 460 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable work experience with school-age children -OR a college degree in Psychology, Sociology, Education, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a weekly project-based curriculum and schedule for your group based on the assigned theme.
Organize and lead various small and large group learning activities that balance academics, music, sports, art, and technology centered on the theme.
Identify and respond to camper behavior issues following the Ricks Center discipline policy.
Communicate with parents about participants' experiences and behaviors and report concerns to extended day leadership.
Assisted in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance.
Ensure that the site is kept clean and organized, prepare all areas for learning, and order supplies as needed within an allotted budget.
Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the program and uphold all policies in the teacher and parent handbooks.
Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the program and all program areas. This includes being responsible for your campers' safety and their whereabouts.
Know, enforce, and follow all licensing requirements associated with the program areas.