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Summer Program Counselor at ACHIEVE a Chapter of The ARC New York
City of Binghamton, New York, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Aug, 26

Salary

16.0

Posted On

27 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Supervision, Behavior Management, Creativity, Patience, Flexibility, Communication, Social Skills, Safety Monitoring, Activity Planning

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description
Description Summer Program Counselor Schedule: Part Time & Seasonal (7 weeks) Pay: $16:00 Schedule: (June 29, 2026- August 13, 2026. Week 1: Mandatory orientation June 29-July 1, 2026. Week 2-week 7: Summer Program (Monday-Thursday) July 6 – August 13, 2026. 8:15a-2:45pm or as scheduled. Summer Program Counselor position is responsible for supervising campers and ensuring safety during all activities. Qualities of a successful counselor include patience, enthusiasm, sensitivity, responsibility, creativity and flexibility. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Engage campers in various activities. Demonstrate techniques, encourage creativity, and provide guidance to help campers learn new skills. Supervision of assigned campers at all times. Model and encourage appropriate social skills. Build positive connections with campers. Facilitate games and down time activities outside of the regular camp schedule. Adherence to program/team schedule; daily activities and special events. Awareness and appropriate utilization of behavior management plans. Communicate any behavior or safety concerns with Team Lead and Program Director. Awareness of camper/counselor allergies, medications, and emergency contact information Bus duty; safe arrival/departure of campers. Report incidents/accidents to appropriate program personnel. Assist campers with activities of daily living as necessary. Attend team meetings, orientations and required trainings. Requirements Provide employment permit (working papers) if under age 18. Must have GED / H.S. Diploma if not currently enrolled in High School. Preferred but not required Experience working with individuals that have functional differences. Experience working at a summer camp or school setting.
Responsibilities
The counselor is responsible for supervising campers, ensuring their safety, and engaging them in various educational and recreational activities. They must also manage behavior, facilitate social skills, and coordinate safe arrival and departure during bus duty.