Camp Pine Tree Counselor at Rise Real Estate

Greenbelt, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Activity Leadership, Instruction, Lesson Planning, Safety Management, Behavior Management, Communication, Record Keeping, Team Collaboration, Adaptability, Time Management, Program Design, Conflict Negotiation, Inclusion Activities

Industry

Description

JOB SUMMARY AND DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE WORK: Camp Pine Tree is a traditional summer day camp at the Greenbelt Youth Center, where campers ages 6-11, will participate in a variety of daily activities including sports, crafts, group games, field trips, free swim, and swimming lessons. Camp Pine Tree staff consist of Group Leaders, Specialists, and After Care Counselors. Group Leader: Group Leaders are responsible for the overall supervision of 12 to 15 campers, throughout their daily activities. Group Leaders must ensure campers arrive on time for their scheduled activities and must assist Specialists with the implementation of these activities. Specialist: Specialists lead activities for rotating groups of campers throughout the camp day. Specialists must provide age-appropriate, creative, progressive instruction to groups of 12 - 30 campers at a time. Specialists are responsible for developing lesson plans for the summer that will ensure quality fun for a variety of campers, while ensuring the safety of all participants. Knowledge and experience in a specialized area (sports, art, music, dance, etc.) is preferred. After Care Counselor: After Care Counselors are responsible for the overall supervision of 12 to 15 campers enrolled in after care. After Care Counselors lead campers in a variety of activities during after care hours. After Care Counselors are essential to the image of Camp Pine Tree as many parents only have the opportunity to observe camp when picking up their camper during after care hours. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Enthusiastic participation with the campers in all camp activities. Organize and lead a variety of small and large group activities each week. Participate in field trips and special all-camp activities as needed/directed. Camp counselors maintain a rigorous schedule, accompanying and helping to mentor a group of campers throughout the busy camp day. Assist with intern supervision and support. Ensure proper camper behavior through the summer camp 3 R’s (Respectful, Responsible, Ready) policy and address any behavior concerns. Communicate with parents about participant’s experiences and report concerns to camp leadership. Assists in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports, first aid logbook documentation, and daily attendance. Actively participate in staff training, meetings, and other activities. Maintain health, safety, cleanliness in program areas. Performs other related duties as assigned. MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED: Computer General Office Equipment MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education and Experience: Counselor applicants must be at least 18 years old or a high school graduate as of June 15, 2026. Experience or interest in visual art, music, dance, or drama. Experience working in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field. Unlimited positive energy and ability to build and or work as a cohesive team. Desire and ability to work in a camp setting. Good role model, high integrity, and adaptable. Must be available for a majority of the camp season (Monday-Friday, June 15 - August 14, 2026). DESIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: First Aid and CPR certification or willing to become certified before camp preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. A variety of games, sports, activities, riddles, songs, and arts & crafts that children will enjoy participating in. Positive behavior management techniques. Department organization, standard operating guidelines and policies, rules, and regulations. Skill in: Program design and organization Time management Written and verbal communication Team collaboration MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Ability to lead and supervise others. Ability to work without close supervision. Ability to maintain positive, effective working relationships with colleagues, teachers, and parents. Good listening skills and a creative, solution-oriented mindset. Ability to provide effective one-on-one assistance to camp participants and teachers. Steady leadership combined with adaptability. Readiness to adjust planned activities as needed based on factors such as staff absences and inclement weather. Ability to communicate promptly by email, text, and/or phone. WORKING CONDITIONS: Group Leaders are expected to work Monday-Friday (except June 19 and July 4), 8:30 am-3:30 pm, from Monday, June 15 through Friday, August 14. Specialists are expected to work Monday-Friday (except June 19 and July 4), 8:30 am-3:30 pm, from Monday, June 15 through Friday, August 14. After Care Counselors are expected to work Monday-Friday (except June 19 and July 4), 7:30 am-3:30 pm, from Monday, June 15 through Friday, August 14. May be required to sit, stand, walk, or engage in physical activity for extended periods, particularly in outdoor settings. NOTE: This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

Responsibilities

Counselors are responsible for the overall supervision of campers, ensuring their timely arrival at scheduled activities, and assisting specialists with activity implementation. Essential functions include enthusiastic participation in all camp activities, organizing and leading group activities, maintaining camper behavior according to policy, and communicating with parents.