Seasonal Camp Counselor
Government Jobs, New London, WI, United States
Job Title
Conducts and supervises the New London Parks and Recreation Department's Camp Hatten Program
Location
New London, WI
Salary
$10.75 Hourly
Job Type
Seasonal
Opening Date
01/09/2026
Summary of Job
Conducts and supervises the New London Parks and Recreation Department's Camp Hatten Program under the supervision of the Recreation Superintendent and the Camp Hatten Supervisor. Work includes planning and implementing crafts, games and special field trips. Position starts at $10.75 per hour. Hours worked will be between 6:30am - 6 pm, weekdays only. First shift start at 6:30am, last shift ends at 6pm.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Communicate with parents, campers, Camp Supervisor and all other staff in a positive and effective manner every day
Responsible for the health and safety of all campers and fellow counselors
Follow the activity schedule as developed by the Camp Supervisor and administrative staff unless given permission to deviate
Assist in the development and implementation of all camp programs
Conduct and participate in all camp activities
Distribute daily lunches, snacks and drinks as needed throughout the day
Help coordinate campers for bus/van field trips
Adhere to age-group assignments unless otherwise instructed
Collect all stray items from activity areas before leaving the site and keep area clean and orderly
Complete cleaning duties as assigned including but not limited to general office area, appliances and bathrooms
Follow discipline guidelines established in the staff manual and communicate to the administrative staff on a daily basis
Document and report camper incidents and accidents to the Camp Hatten Supervisor
Attend work and all staff meetings in a timely manner
Pass the required criminal history background check, as a parameter for employment with Camp Hatten
Complete other duties assigned by Recreation Superintendent
Qualifications, Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be at least 15 years old
Hold current certifications in CPR and First Aid (Camp will provide an opportunity for primary or re-certification during Camp Hatten training week)
Education, Experience, Licenses, Additional Info
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public
Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner
The counselor is expected to be in designated uniform while working. This will assist his/her identification to other staff, campers and parents.
Conducts and supervises the New London Parks and Recreation Department's Camp Hatten Program
Location
New London, WI
Salary
$10.75 Hourly
Job Type
Seasonal
Opening Date
01/09/2026
Summary of Job
Conducts and supervises the New London Parks and Recreation Department's Camp Hatten Program under the supervision of the Recreation Superintendent and the Camp Hatten Supervisor. Work includes planning and implementing crafts, games and special field trips. Position starts at $10.75 per hour. Hours worked will be between 6:30am - 6 pm, weekdays only. First shift start at 6:30am, last shift ends at 6pm.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Communicate with parents, campers, Camp Supervisor and all other staff in a positive and effective manner every day
Responsible for the health and safety of all campers and fellow counselors
Follow the activity schedule as developed by the Camp Supervisor and administrative staff unless given permission to deviate
Assist in the development and implementation of all camp programs
Conduct and participate in all camp activities
Distribute daily lunches, snacks and drinks as needed throughout the day
Help coordinate campers for bus/van field trips
Adhere to age-group assignments unless otherwise instructed
Collect all stray items from activity areas before leaving the site and keep area clean and orderly
Complete cleaning duties as assigned including but not limited to general office area, appliances and bathrooms
Follow discipline guidelines established in the staff manual and communicate to the administrative staff on a daily basis
Document and report camper incidents and accidents to the Camp Hatten Supervisor
Attend work and all staff meetings in a timely manner
Pass the required criminal history background check, as a parameter for employment with Camp Hatten
Complete other duties assigned by Recreation Superintendent
Qualifications, Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be at least 15 years old
Hold current certifications in CPR and First Aid (Camp will provide an opportunity for primary or re-certification during Camp Hatten training week)
Education, Experience, Licenses, Additional Info
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public
Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner
The counselor is expected to be in designated uniform while working. This will assist his/her identification to other staff, campers and parents.