Lead Summer Day Camp Counselor - South Seattle

Associated Recreation CouncilSeattle, WA

$23 - $26 / hour

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Overview

Schedule

Alternate-schedule

Full-time

Career level

Entry-level

Compensation

$23-$26/hour

Job Description

Summer Day Camp Lead Counselor

Associated Recreation Council, in partnership with Seattle Parks & Recreation, is currently looking for individuals who wish to actively support their communities while having fun and help provide a great experience for children ages 5-12. Our summer day camps provide a fun, creative, safe, and welcoming environment for children to learn, play, and grow.

We are hiring for Summer Day Camp Lead Counselor positions for our Summer Day Camp programs taking place in community centers across Seattle. These are summer seasonal, non-exempt, up to 40 hr/week positions.

LOCATIONS:

South Seattle:

Jefferson Community Center
Rainier Community Center
Rainier Beach Community Center
Van Asselt Community Center

SCHEDULE

This is a seasonal position. The hours for summer day camp are Monday-Friday between 7:00am-6:00pm (up to 35-40hrs) until Aug 27, 2025
Must attend 4 days of mandatory training on June 16th, 17th, 18th and 20th.
You may be asked to work at other sites as needed to cover shifts

PAY:

Starting Pay Rate: $23.00/hr
Full Pay Range: $23.00/hr-26.45/hr (Employee can earn up to $26.45/hr with continued employment.)

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

Organize and lead programs and activities such as arts and crafts, organized games, cultural activities, drama, music, story hour, sports, field trips, and other special projects and events
Work with other staff to ensure the care and safety of participants at all times
Must be willing to complete training for workplace safety, summer programming training and certification in First Aid/CPR, Food Handlers Permit, HIV/AIDS blood-borne pathogens education, and STARS training

REQUIREMENTS

Eighteen years of age or older
High School diploma/GED or transcripts of secondary education
Lead Counselor candidates must have at least one-year experience working with 5-12 year olds
Must be willing to commit to the entire summer
If hired, must be willing to obtain Food Worker's permit, TB test, portable criminal background check, provide MMR vaccination records, copy of high school diploma or college transcript

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What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Associated Recreation Council?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $23–$26.45 per hour for this role.

What employment applies to this position at Associated Recreation Council?

Associated Recreation Council lists this position under the following employment categories:

Alternate-schedule
Full-time

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Associated Recreation Council is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.

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