Summer Camp Counselor Salary
$15.58 Hourly Location: Naples, FL Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 09925 Department: Public Services Division: Parks & Recreation Opening Date: 02/27/2026 Closing Date: 5/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description: Oversees and provides a physically and emotionally safe environment for the patrons of a summer camp. Prepares and implements well-planned recreational activities for all patrons attending summer camps. This is a seasonal classification and incumbents are not employed for an entire year.
Essential Functions:
Creates an atmosphere of fun, cooperation, fairness and learning for the patrons of the summer camp programs; maintains good communication with supervisors, coworkers and parents. Oversees the activities of the children under supervision at all times in the facility; supervises proper use, storage and care of equipment and supplies at the facility. Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors environment to ensure safety of children, other employees, and other individuals; adheres to Department of Children and Families (DCF) policies and procedures for childcare at all times. Reports major problems, concerns and accidents to supervisors and/or site director; prepares accident reports, discipline reports, attendance reports, DCF reports and evaluation reports to submit to supervisor and/or parents of the children; maintains a daily sign in/sign out record of all children at the facility. Prepares weekly schedule of events for the children of the camp programs including but not limited to arts and crafts, basketball, football, volleyball and soccer; arrives on time or ahead of schedule to prepare for the daily activities such as setting up tables and chairs and/or picking up trash inside and outside of the facility. Provides fair, consistent discipline; monitors the children to ensure safety; communicates with parents; takes and records attendance; maintains sanitary conditions; organizes program supplies. Adheres to rules, regulations and procedures on a daily basis including proper disciplinary procedures, proper use and storage of equipment, the application of first aid and CPR, attendance at any and all counselor meetings; proper and accurate use of timecards and reports and proper use of forms; follows field trip rules and procedures. Monitors the conduct and activities of the patrons of camps; responds to situations involving disruptive behavior, suspicious behavior, potential medical problems, or other problems; reports problems to appropriate personnel; initiates calls for police, fire, or emergency medical services as needed. Maintains offices and storage areas including cleaning restrooms and counters, empties trash and sorts recycling items, stocks supplies, and sweeps floors.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be 16 years of age. Some experience in summer camp program or after school program is desirable. Fingerprinting required.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES:
Must possess and maintain First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.
Collier County BCC offers a variety of benefits to both regular full and part-time employees. For information, click here to view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer when you join our team.
APPLICANT NOTICE:
Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application. I understand and agree with the statements above. I do not agree with the statements above.
Are you at least 16 years of age? Yes No
Do you have experience working in camp programs or after-school programs? Yes No
If you answered yes to the previous question, please briefly explain:
Do you currently possess and maintain First Aid and CPR certifications? Yes No
Please select which Parks you would be willing to work (check all that apply): East Naples Community Park Golden Gate Community Center Veteran's Community Park Vineyards Community Park Max Hasse Community Park Immokalee Community Park Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park
Please, enter here your top three park of choice from the list above.
Are you a returning camp counselor? Yes No
If yes, at which camp location did you participate? or "N/A" if you are not a returning camp counselor.
Required Question:
Employer: Collier County Address: Human Resources Division 3303 East Tamiami Trail East Naples, Florida, 34112 Website: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/collier/default.cfm