Summer Camp Counselors

Job Description:

Summer Camp Counselors

Description

Job Summary

The Greenville Recreation and Parks Department is currently recruiting Summer Camp Counselors to work with the summer camps:

• Camp Escape (Drew Steele Center) *This camp runs from June 15 to July 31, 2026*
• Jamboree at South Greenville Recreation Center
• Playground Program (Greenfield Terrace Park) *This camp runs from June 15 - July 31, 2026*
• Rec Plus Camp (H. Boyd Lee Park)
• Eppes Day Camp

* You may apply for more than one camp*

Minimum Age: 17 years old, as of May 12, 2026
Pay Rate: $12.00 - 15.00 per hour

Camps run from June 15 to August 7, 2026 (except Playground Program and Camp Escape) 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

Examples of Duties

Camp Escape (Drew Steele Center)
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Camp operates June 15, 2026 through July 31, 2026

Daily guidance of campers aged 5-21 with developmental and/or physical disabilities; leads and participates in camp activities; assists other counselors; actively participates with campers; directs a portion of daily activities; maintains attendance records and other required paperwork; and other duties as assigned.

Previous experience working with individuals with developmental or physical disabilities in recreation or physical education is preferred.

Jamboree at South Greenville Recreation Center
Hours: Must be available to work a varied schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Camp operates June 15, 2026 through August 7, 2026

Daily guidance of campers ages 6-12; leads and participates in camp activities; assists other counselors; teaches sport skills; supervises at the swimming pool; supervises field trips; assists in planning daily activities; leads group games and art projects; and other duties as assigned.

Previous experience in a summer camp setting preferred .

Playground Program (Greenfield Terrace Park)
Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Camp operates June 15, 2026 through July 31, 2026

Assists in planning and coordinating daily activities which include arts and crafts and team building games for campers 6-12 years old; leads and participates in camp activities; responsible for supervising campers ensuring their safety and wellbeing; helps maintain and acquire the necessary operating supplies with approval of Recreation Supervisor; assists in maintaining attendance records and permission slips for each camper; handles parental concerns and complaints when supervisor is not available; other duties as assigned.

Must possess a creative imagination in arts and crafts and team-building games. Must be willing to participate in game and garden activities.

Rec Plus Camp (H. Boyd Lee Park)
Hours: Must be available to work between 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Camp operates June 15, 2026 through August 7, 2026

Daily guidance of campers ages 5-10; leads and participates camp activities; assists other counselors; teaches sport skills; supervises at the swimming pool; supervises field trips; assists in daily activities; leads group games and art projects; and other duties as assigned.

Previous experience in a summer camp setting preferred .

Eppes Day Camp (Eppes Recreation Center)
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Camp operates June 15, 2026 through August 7, 2026.

Daily guidance of campers ages 6-12; leads camp activities; assists other counselors; teaches sport skills; supervises at the swimming pool; supervises field trips; assists in planning daily activities; leads group games and art projects; and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience interacting with children or teens (paid or volunteer), such as in a school, camp, daycare, or recreational setting preferred.

Knowledge of:

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

Skilled in:

• working in a team environment.

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.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license issued by N.C. or another state.
• Valid CPR, First Aid/AED certifications prior to the start of camp.

Regular part-time, temporary, and seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits.

Salary:

$12.00 - $15.00 Hourly