Summer Camp Counselor - Paramus

Job Details

Location: 222 N Farview Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652
Camp Dates: 6/29/2026 (Mon) - 8/28/2026 (Fri)

Hourly Wage

The hourly rate for this position is $16.50 - $19.00 per hour.

Job Responsibilities

• Facilitating activities
• Making connections
• Monitoring safety and wellness
• Creating and/or overseeing activity spaces
• Working in rotating support roles

Additional Job Responsibilities

• Actively supervising campers
• Maintaining an organized and approachable activity space
• Ensuring compliance with Camp Policies
• Reporting & Recording details of notable concerns or incidents, and of injuries to campers, other staff members, or self
• Adding daily updates and photos to campers’ profiles

Job Requirements

• At least 16 years of age
• Minimum of 2 months experience working with camp-age children, with 1 year preferred, in either a professional, personal or volunteer setting
• First Aid & CPR certified prior to Day 1 of Camp (some locations may require additional certifications)

Physical Requirements

• Maintain and follow all safety and health rules of the location
• Organize and maintain clean and accessible activity spaces
• Auxiliary activities include assisting in camp set-up and breakdown during move-in and out weekends, standing for long periods while supervising children and facilitating activities, participating in athletic games

Benefits

Where local regulations mandate, this position is eligible for sick time.

Deadline to Apply

This posting is anticipated to remain open until April 15, 2026.