Summer Camp Lead Counselor - Full-time / Part-time

Summer Camp Lead Counselor

Department: Parks & Recreation
Job Code: PR/16
Employment Type: Seasonal

Location: Bernice A. Ray Elementary School

Camp Schedule

• Mandatory Staff Training: June 18–23
• Camp Session: June 24 – July 31
• Optional Extended Weeks: August 3 – August 14

Lead the Fun. Set the Tone. Make Summer Count.

The Town of Hanover Parks & Recreation Department is seeking responsible, experienced, and enthusiastic individuals to serve as Summer Camp Lead Counselors. This leadership role helps guide daily camp operations, mentor fellow counselors, and ensure a safe, engaging, and positive environment for all participants.

Job Summary

The Summer Camp Lead Counselor provides instruction, supervision, and leadership for participants in the Parks and Recreation Department’s summer camp program. In addition to delivering camp programming, the Lead Counselor supports behavioral guidance, reinforces safety standards, and serves as a role model for both participants and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides direct supervision of an assigned camper group.
  
• Leads daily activity planning and implementation for designated age group.
  
• Supervises, mentors, and provides direction to Counselors and CITs.
  
• Ensures consistent enforcement of camp policies and behavioral expectations.
  
• Conducts regular participant counts and maintains accurate attendance records.
  
• Communicates effectively with supervisors regarding program needs, incidents, or concerns.
  
• Ensures safety protocols are followed during on-site activities and field trips.
  
• Assists with training and modeling appropriate behavior and professionalism for junior staff.
  
• Maintains a clean, safe, and inclusive program environment.
  
• Performs related duties as required. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work performed while sitting, standing, walking, and actively participating in camp activities
• Occasional lifting of light to heavy objects
• Work performed in office spaces, program facilities, and outdoor recreational areas

Minimum Qualifications 

• Minimum age of 18 years old.
  
• Previous experience working with youth in a camp, recreational, or educational setting preferred.