Summer Camp Activity Counselor NYC

Location and Dates:
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St. John’s University (Queens Campus) - Housing available if desired
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• Camp runs from June 15 - August 16, 2026
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• Currently only 2, 3, and 4 -week contracts are available from July 20 -August 16th.
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  Job Description<\/b><\/i>
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  You will oversee international students during on -campus activities, as well as lead and supervise students during off -campus excursions. We are looking for both residential staff who will live on -campus, as well as staff who can reliably commute.<\/i>
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  Your key tasks will consist of, but not be limited to:<\/b>
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  Student Supervision:<\/b>
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  • Act in loco parentis to ensure and maintain student discipline, welfare, safety, and security at all times.
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  • Ensure that students adhere to the YES USA Student Code of Conduct.
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  • Inform management immediately of any issues
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    Off -Campus Excursions
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    • Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when arranged.
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    • Prepare for off -site excursions (study and memorize cultural and historical information, check and study directions to excursion sites, etc.).
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    • Provide information and share stories with students/chaperones about cultural and historical places visited in a fun and engaging way.
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    • Actively supervise, interact with, and entertain students and chaperones to ensure their satisfaction.
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    • Follow the itinerary but be ready to think on your feet and successfully manage emerging situations.
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    • Provide receipts from excursion vendors or cafes/restaurants after each excursion, if applicable.
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    • Assist at any time, whether on duty or not, with emergencies.
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    • Manage any problems or incidents and report them to the management team.
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      On -Campus Activities
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      • Lead on -campus activities, such as music night, volleyball, etc.
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      • Assist in coordinating on -campus food activity deliveries, including tasks such as picking up food, setting up a dining area, facilitating food distribution, and cleaning up the dining area.
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        Session Opening and Closing Responsibilities
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        • Contribute to the preparation for student arrival by participating in tasks such as room inspections, assembling welcome packets, facilitating new student orientation, and conducting campus tours, among other responsibilities.
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        • Meet and greet students at the airport and accompany them to the campus via private shuttle or taxi.
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        • Provide support during new student check -ins.
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        • Assist with end -of -course ceremonies.
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        • Assist with room inspections during student check -outs and coordinate their airport transfers for a seamless departure experience.
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          Residential/Administrative/Miscellaneous:
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          • Ensure punctuality for all excursions and scheduled activities
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          • Attend and actively participate in all staff meetings and professional development workshops when applicable.
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            Requirements<\/b>
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            • Must be currently enrolled in a university program (actively attending) or have completed a Bachelor’s degree.
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            • Effective written and oral communication skills.
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            • Legal authorization to work in the United States.
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              Qualities<\/b>
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              An ideal candidate possesses the following qualities:
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              • Establishes strong rapport with teenagers through effective communication
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              • Displays a fun and outgoing personality to foster an engaging environment
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              • Exhibits genuine interest in other cultures and willingly shares personal experiences
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              • Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and authority when dealing with students
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              • Possesses a proactive approach to researching and learning about the city’s attractions to share with students
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              • Ability to guide students around the city independently.
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              • A good sense of direction and a strong knowledge of the city, including the public transportation system.
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              • Adapts well to change, showing flexibility in various situations
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              • Commits to working extended hours, including weekends and holidays, to ensure program success.
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                Application Procedure<\/b>
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                Prior to offering a job to selected candidates, YES USA will:
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                • Complete a reference check (names and contact details of three references are required).
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                • Run a background check.
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                  Upon signing a job offer, successful candidates will be required to:
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                  • Submit a copy of their diploma(s) or transcripts along with other new hire paperwork.
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                    Available Employee Benefits<\/b>
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                    • Two days off per week.
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                    • On -campus housing in a shared dorm (residential staff).
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                      Hours<\/b>
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                      • Excursions on non -study days could begin as early as 10:30am and end at 10:30pm.
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                      • Excursions on study days could begin as early as 1:30pm and end at 10:30pm.
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                      • All activity counselors lead 10 days of excursions and work 99 hours in 2 weeks
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                        Compensation<\/b>
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                        • Residential Salary - $1,100 - $1,297 for two weeks
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                        • Commuter Salary - $1,683 for two weeks
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