Summer Camp Counselor

Summer Camp Counselor Des Moines, IA ( u2022 Recreation Job Type Contract, Temporary Description Make a Difference This Summer Are you energetic, outdoorsy, and passionate about helping others? Easterseals Iowa is looking for Summer Camp Counselors to join our team at Camp Sunnyside. This isn't just a summer job; itu2019s an opportunity to provide a safe, fun, and life-changing environment for campers of all abilities while building your own leadership and professional skills. Interested in a future in the Education, Nursing, Therapy or Human Services fields? This position is a great fit, and you're urged to apply today Principle Accountabilities Include: u2022 Responsible for the health, safety, and general welfare of assigned campers for the entirety of each session u2022 Provide programming that is fun, while promoting growth and independence u2022 Engage and participate with campers in activities u2022 Responsible for communicating any concerns to the Cabin Leader u2022 Assist with daily hygiene and dressing of each assigned campers, as needed, including toileting, teeth brushing, choosing clean clothes, and feeding u2022 Acquire working knowledge of each assigned camperu2019s profile, such as individual strengths, weaknesses, behavior patterns, medication, and side effects. Responsible for documenting the camperu2019s likes and dislikes. u2022 Assist assigned campers with daily morning cleanup, including making beds, sweeping, and doing laundry as needed. u2022 Participate in activities, as assigned, providing one-on-one support as needed. u2022 Work cooperatively with team members and volunteers in adapting activities to meet the needs of campers u2022 Attend weekly team meetings, provide feedback on strengths and weaknesses of planned activities, offer suggestions, and participate in general sharing u2022 Assist with assigned camper evaluation forms and any documentation as needed. u2022 Submit program evaluation for each session, citing strengths, weaknesses and recommendations u2022 Attend the summer banquet and submit overall program evaluation u2022 Other duties as assigned Requirements u2022 Responsible for the health, safety, and general welfare of assigned campers for the entirety of each session u2022Provide programming that is fun, while promoting growth and independence u2022Engage and participate with campers in activities u2022 Responsible for communicating any concerns to the Cabin Leader u2022 Assist with daily hygiene and dressing of each assigned campers, as needed, including toileting, teeth brushing, choosing clean clothes, and feeding u2022 Acquire working knowledge of each assigned camperu2019s profile, such as individual strengths, weaknesses, behavior patterns, medication, and side effects. Responsible for documenting the camperu2019s likes and dislikes. u2022 Assist assigned campers with daily morning cleanup, including making beds, sweeping, and doing laundry as needed. u2022 Participate in activities, as assigned, providing one-on-one support as needed. u2022 Work cooperatively with team members and volunteers in adapting activities to meet the needs of campers u2022 Attend weekly team meetings, provide feedback on strengths and weaknesses of planned activities, offer suggestions, and participate in general sharing u2022 Assist with assigned camper evaluation forms and any documentation as needed. u2022 Submit program evaluation for each session, citing strengths, weaknesses and recommendations u2022 Attend the summer banquet and submit overall program evaluation u2022 Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Requirements: u2022 High school diploma or equivalency preferred. u2022 Minimum age of 18 if residing on site. Minimum age of 16 to workday camp- (8:00am-4:00pm) u2022 Desire to work with persons who have disabilities. u2022 Love to be active, be outside, and swim. u2022 Ability to work 9 consecutive weeks. u2022 Ability to attend and successfully complete orientation. u2022 Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats. u2022 Ability to accept feedback and guidance. u2022 Ability to work with team members and campers in a professional and caring manner, demonstrating integrity and adaptability. u2022 Ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to an activity and to model and enforce appropriate safety and emergency procedures. u2022 Ability to assess appropriate behavior and apply behavior modifying techniques when needed. u2022 Ability to relate to oneu2019s peer group. u2022 Ability to obtain certification in Mandatory Reporter, CPR, First Aid. u2022 Ability to bend, stoop, twist and lift. u2022 Ability to transfer or move a minimum of 80 pounds. u2022 Prefer candidates to live on-site for the duration of the summer if you are over the age of 18 and able to move in on the day before orientation week starts. If ages 16-17 must be able to start work on the first day of orientation week. u2022 Ability to live in a communal living arrangement. Application process consists of phone interview with Recruitment and Talent Development Coordinator and 2nd Interview with Department Team Leader. Salary Description $2,000-$4,300 depending on experience, level & job

Created: 2026-04-17