VCS is looking for Camp Counselor for one of our client at Cedar Creek, Texas. Earn Gift Cards up to $250 every Month.
Start Date: Upon completion of HR Clearances (Usually take 7-10 days)
End Date: 04/01/2026
Contract: 2 Years with possible extension
Pay Rate: $17/hour - $20/hour
Attendance/Performance Appreciation: Up to $250/Month as Gift Cards (Non-Taxable)
Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM , 5 days a week including every weekend
Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
Job Description
Duties
Responsible for supervising day camp groups.
Ensures and prioritizes the safety and needs of the campers.
Implements camp curriculum and programs. Ensures the camp’s activities and programs are run smoothly and efficiently. Assists summer camp staff with programs and activities.
Serves as a positive leader for campers while providing a fun and enriching experience for youth. Serves as an example for campers and others in punctuality, sportsmanship, teamwork, conservation and respect for nature.
Respects each camper for their individuality while creating a culture of community, understanding and appreciation of nature through communication and teamwork.
Communicates effectively with appropriate parents or guardians.
Keeps recreation equipment such as rafts, kayaks, and climbing equipment clean and operational.
Operate camps in accordance with Texas Department of State Health Services and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines
Minimum Qualifications
Must be currently enrolled and have completed one or more years of college and working towards or have received a degree in Recreation, Environmental Sciences, Outdoor Education or related field.
Must be an enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working in the outdoors.
Texas Driver’s License Participation and completion of CPR/First Aid and American Canoe Association training courses.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with children of all ages and abilities.
Experience facilitating summer camps and outdoor recreation activities such as boating, camping and hiking.
Rafting and challenge course experience.
Customer service experience and a professional attitude Knowledge.
Work Environment
Some work hours are spent in a park facility or outdoor environment
Work involves exposure to water surface conditions and wave action
Work requires passing criminal background check Physical Demands:
Work involves frequent standing and/or walking in an outdoor environment, including walking over uneven surfaces
Work involves infrequent work at heights greater than 6 feet
Work includes lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds