Counselor/Lifeguard - Camp Burnt Gin in Sumter, SC

Salary: $15,080.00 - $35,460.00 Annually Location : Sumter County, SC Job Type: Time Limited - Full-Time Job Number: 183620 Agency: SCDPH-CO/COS Opening Date: 01/05/2026 Closing Date: 5/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code:: AA20 Position Number:: N/A Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade: GEN02 Hiring Range - Min.: $685.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $920.00 Opening Date: 01/05/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, you must submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be uploaded for review but will NOT be used to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position or substitute for completing any section of the application. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. The quality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammar and spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal records check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the stated closing date. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Careers at DPH: Work that makes a difference! Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity This position will be located at Camp Burnt Gin in Sumter County. Job Roles and Responsibilities: This position is responsible for the supervision and daily care for up to eight campers with physical disabilities and/or chronic illnesses. This includes but not limited to. Explain safety regulations and camp policies to campers and create a safe environment for all camp residents. Live in a cabin with campers, assure campers are supervised at all times, and promote socialization skills, as well as adjust to camp life. Assist campers with activities of daily living which may include, feeding, bathing, changing, and/or other hygiene related tasks. Guide campers through the daily camp schedule, while providing assistance in all activities so each camper can fully participate. This position is responsible for the operation and supervision of camp's aquatic program. This includes and not limited to. Check pool and boating equipment daily for safety and report any repair needs. Serve as a lifeguard during all aquatic activities such as camp instructional swim, camp free swim, and boating. Test and classify swimming abilities of campers and staff, while assisting with swim instructions. Assist in daily cleaning of boat house, pool house, and pool. Assist with assigned cabin group for the session, when not involved in aquatic activities. Other responsibilities: Participate in a weeklong staff orientation/training. Assist with the task required to open and close camp, and the daily activities required to maintain a clean facility. Attend staff meetings when not on cabin duty. Participate in all aspects of Camp Burnt Gin programing such as singing during mealtimes, morning motivation and movement, committee work, mid-morning activities, swimming and boating, and evening programs. Create awards to be presented to campers, write parent letters to be sent to camper's parents and/or guardians, and do an evaluation form for camper's. Minimum and Additional Requirements Requirements to qualify for this position are. Possess current Lifeguard Training Certification, American Red Cross CPR for Professional Rescuers, and standard First Aid Certification. Possess the ability and willingness to be a positive role model, and the desire to work with children in an outdoor setting. Have the ability to provide assistance with activities of daily living, and ability to lift and carry twenty-five (25) pounds. Possess good judgment, visual and auditory ability to supervise campers and/identify/respond to any environmental hazard or emergency. Be able to interact effectively with individuals and groups, respecting social and cultural diversity, and maintaining appropriate boundaries. Additional Comments If you have any questions please contact Maggie Krueger at and/or (803)898-3948. IMMUNIZATION: All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Pertussis, Varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. Normal Work Schedule: This position is located at Camp Burnt Gin in Sumter County and is a residential position. Because it is residential camp staff are required to live at camp while in session. Staff have scheduled days off in between the sessions. Workdays vary according to the summer schedule. (See schedule posted on the Camp Burnt Gin webpage). Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01 Are you at least 16 years or older? Yes No 02 Are you willing and able to commit to living and working at Camp Burnt Gin for the entire employment period, May 22nd through July 22nd, with scheduled days off? Yes No 03 Do you have current certification in lifeguard training, American Red Cross CPR for professional rescuers, and standard First Aid? Yes No Willing to Obtain 04 Are you willing to accept a salary range between $685 -$775 Yes No 05 Are you willing to manage the responsibilities of both a counselor AND lifeguard? Yes No 06 DPH requires employees with job specific exposure risk to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. If you are hired, we will require you to prove that you have vaccinations or have a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief not to be vaccinated. Please do not reveal information about your vaccination status. This is only to tell you about our expectations. Would this be a problem for you? Yes No 07 Do you have experience working with children? Yes No 08 If you answered "Yes" to question 7, please describe your experience. If you do not have experience, please type N/A. 09 Do you have experience working with people with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses? Yes No 10 If you answered "Yes" to question 9, please describe your experience. If you do not have experience, please type N/A. 11 Why do you want to work at Camp Burnt Gin? 12 Describe any qualifications you may possess that you believe makes you a good candidate for this position. This includes training, education and/or certification courses, other job experience, etc. 13 Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement. Yes No 14 How did you hear about this position? State NeoGov Website (jobs.sc.gov) Linkedln, Twitter, Facebook Employee Referral/Agency Recruiter College Job Board External Job Board (SC Works, Indeed, Association) Other 15 Are you a prior Camp Burnt Gin (CBG) employee? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04