Camp Counselor - Summer 2026

Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

The Camp Counselor is vital to ensuring that each camp participant can participate in all of the indoor and outdoor activities to the best of their ability during the camp program. The Camp Counselor is an active participant in events, alongside the individuals attending the camp. The Camp Counselor must make safety a priority while encouraging the campers to have fun. The Camp Counselor also manages any potential behavior issues and redirects participants as necessary during activities. The Camp Counselor assists in providing daily communication to the participant’s caregiver so they are aware of the participant’s progress and any concerns that may arise.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Assume responsibility for camper safety and report all incidences to the nurse. Fill out any essential forms related to the incident and notify the Camp Director and family.

• Assist staff with all camp activities, including set up and clean up as needed.
• Assist children in completing activities of daily living (ADLs) such as feeding and dressing tasks.

Serve as a positive role model during all camp activities, as well as transitional times throughout the day.

• Guide group of campers to successfully engage in all aspects of camp activities as per the daily schedule.
• Responsible for attendance each morning and direct supervision of children at all times.
• Communicate all necessary information to peers, supervisors, volunteers, families, and campers in a positive manner.

Assume the lead with any ADL or emergency situations and direct volunteers as needed.

• Adhere to all camp and facility policies and procedures.

Requirements:

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

Completion of New Staff Orientation Trainings Mandated Reporting and Child Abuse Training Current State Child Abuse History Clearance Current State Police Record Check Current Federal Criminal History Background Check (FBI Fingerprinting) Compliance with Drug Testing & Satisfactory Drug Testing Results

First Aid & CPR/AED Certification Knowledge of HIPAA guidelines and client’s right to privacy and protection Knowledge of Leg Up Farm Therapy Program policies and procedures Excellent skills in verbal and written communication Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. Highly detail-oriented, able to work independently, multi-task, and provide self-direction regarding implementation of summer camp program.

Ability to remain calm and perform duties in stressful situations, as well as directing volunteers to assist as needed. Ability to apply common sense understanding and problem solve. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of protected health information (PHI) and proprietary business practices

Strong Commitment to Organization’s Mission, Vision, & Culture of Positive Attitude, Passion, Teamwork, and Respect High Degree of Personal Integrity and Professional Conduct High Degree of Flexibility and Dependability Deep Sense of Compassion and Responsiveness to Client’s Needs

Exemplify the six Guiding Principles of Leg Up Farm:

We will remember to HAVE FUN! We are supportive and respect everyone we interact with and treat them as family. We are “present” in all interactions. We foster a “can-do” attitude by focusing on the strengths and creativity of each individual. We are committed to continual improvement, both personally and professionally.

We are open to change, so we can be innovative. Preferred; One to two years of experience working with children in a healthcare or related field Bilingual preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time as camp activities take place both indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but at times, could be high. There is a potential exposure to dander of animals, such as, but not limited to, horses, donkeys, and cats. This position is subject to a number of inherent risks associated with pediatric services which is not limited to bites, kicks, scratches, and hits.

DISCLAIMER:

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to do the job.

• Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Further, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, or the expectation of continued employment. LEG UP FARM is and will maintain an “at-will” employment relationship with all employees. The employment relationship may be terminated at any time by either party for any reason, or for no reason, with or without cause and with or without notice.