NEOGOV · 1 week ago
SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR (SEASONAL)
FAIRFIELD, CT
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $18/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Summer Camp Counselor for the Town of Fairfield. The role involves supervising and supporting campers, ensuring safety, and fostering an inclusive environment to provide a positive camp experience.
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Responsibilities
Supervises, organizes and participates in daily activities with a group of children at the school site and while off site on any trips or scheduled activities
Assists with general operation and maintenance of facilities and grounds to ensure a safe and secure place
Assists in maintaining accurate records on campers, emergencies, and behavior issues for all children, including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance for follow up and documentation when needed
Assist in daily set up and clean-up of camp activities
Ensures that all campers, camp staff and parents follow rules and policies on site
Responsible for ensuring all recreation programs are run in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
Monitors camper behavior, safety, and well-being, responding appropriately to any challenges
Communicates effectively with parents/guardians and camp staff about camper progress, needs, and concerns
Performs routine maintenance, care and use of equipment and camp supplies
Undertakes proper emergency procedures when necessary
Actively facilitate resolutions between campers during disputes
Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings, training programs and in-service training as required
Maintains cleanliness of all facilities that the program uses for its operation
Performs all related tasks as required or as directed
Qualification
Required
Must be 16 years or older at time of employment
Applicant must be or willing to obtain CPR/first aid certification and able to administer First Aid (employer will provide the training)
Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing/planning needs
Previous experience working with children and/or in municipal recreation or group recreation strongly preferred
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, children (individually and in large groups) and their family members, and the general public
Solid observational skills and the ability to make behavioral assessments
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to supervise, direct, instruct, and solicit cooperation from others in the performance of their daily work assignments and duties
Knows and understands all emergency procedures associated with the camp program
Must be able to follow directions, schedules, be organized, and interact well with other counselors, supervisors, parents, and children
Ability to work collaboratively with campers, counselors, and camp directors
Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing situations and children's needs
Ability to exercise independent judgement, discretion and to provide leadership
Ability to answer inquiries, resolve complaints, and communicate with the public in an effective, tactful courteous, and professional manner
Demonstrates creativity, ability to motivate children, positive attitude
Ability to maintain a safe and healthy environment
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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