2026 Day Camp - Counselor

Fairmont State University
  • Fairmont, WV
  • $10–$12 Per Hour
30+ days ago

Job Description

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Student Requisition Number 2027008STP Job Title 2026 Day Camp - Counselor Number of Positions Available 5 Funded by Federal Workstudy only No Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being.
  • Provides high-quality educational and recreational opportunities and enjoyable experiences for camp participants.
  • Plans, leads, and implements camp programs for children.
  • Organizes and leads various small and large group activities.
  • Maintains a schedule for camp participants.
  • Mediates any campers' disputes.
  • Assists in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance.
  • Knows, enforces, and follows all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, including knowing the whereabouts of campers at all times.
  • Knows and understands all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years old and able to offer an array of childcare skills.
  • Able to communicate effectively with staff and campers (ages 6 - 12) and their parents.
  • Must be active and willing to participate in all recreational activities.
  • All counselors must provide appropriate paperwork and pass a criminal background screening.
  • Applicants who meet all requirements will then be interviewed will then be interviewed for specific counseling positions.
  • CPR and First Aid Certified preferred.

Notes to Applicant Student Appointment Length Summer II Base Hourly Rate 10.00 - 12.00 Quicklink for Posting https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/10922

Department/Supervision

Department Auxiliary Events and Services Employment Location Main Campus Position will report to (title) Intramural & Club Sports Coordinator

Recruitment/Advertising

Anticipated Hire Date 06/22/2026 Job Posting Date 06/15/2026 Job Close Date

Supplemental Questions

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Numbers & Facts

LocationFairmont, WV
Salary$10–$12 Per Hour

Skills

  • Advertisingunmatched
  • Childcareunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Emergency Proceduresunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Sportsunmatched

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