Employment

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Summer Camp Counselor

Pay: $15–$21 per hour based on experience and position
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:45 AM – 3:00 PM
Dates: June 29 – August 21, 2026 (off July 3)

We are hiring Summer Camp Counselors to help supervise campers and lead activities in an outdoor day camp setting. Our camp serves children ages 4–14 and takes place in Goffle Brook Park in Hawthorne, NJ.

Counselors help create a safe, supportive, and exciting environment where campers can build friendships, confidence, and independence.

Responsibilities
-Supervise and interact with campers throughout the camp day
-Help lead activities including sports, outdoor games, arts & crafts, and team challenges
-Support campers during swim days and field trips
-Encourage teamwork, kindness, and positive behavior
-Ensure camper safety at all times
-Work collaboratively with other counselors and camp leadership

Qualifications
-Must be 16 years or older
-Responsible and dependable
-Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
-Enjoy working with children
-Ability to be active and outdoors throughout the day

Why Work at Camp?
-Spend your summer outside instead of indoors
-Gain leadership and childcare experience
-Fun and supportive team environment
-Build friendships with fellow staff members

*Additional Positions Available*
We are also hiring Bus Monitors who ride camp buses with campers to and from camp each day to help ensure safe transportation.

Great For:
-High school students (16+)
-College students
-Education majors
-Future teachers and coaches
-Anyone who enjoys working with kids