Job Title: Junior Camp Counselor
Position Status: Supplemental Part-Time
Salary Range: $12.00
Description:
The Fishers Community Center is seeking enthusiastic, responsible, and team- oriented Junior Camp Counselors to support our Fall, Winter, and Spring Break Camps! Camp Counselors are essential to creating a fun, safe, and inclusive environment where campers can thrive. Under the guidance of the Camp Manager and Head Counselor, Junior Camp Counselors help lead daily activities, supervise campers, and contribute to a positive and memorable camp experience.
Break Camp Dates:
- Fall Break Camp: October 19–23, 2026 (training 10/17/26 10am-1pm)
- Winter Break Camp: December 21, 2026 – January 4, 2027
- Spring Break Camp: April 2–9, 2027
Junior Camp Counselors are not required to work all breaks. Opportunities to continue into our Summer Camp season may be available for high-performing Junior Camp Counselors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the camp counselor in actively supervising campers to ensure a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment
- Assist and participate in camp activities such as games, crafts, sports, and group activities
- Maintain appropriate camper to staff ratios and ensure constant awareness of camper whereabouts and needs.
- Encourage camper participation, teamwork, and positive behavior through active involvement and role modeling.
- Support campers in resolving conflicts and navigating social interactions in a respectful and supportive manner.
- Help maintain a clean and organized camp space including activity areas and shared supplies.
- Communicate effectively with fellow counselors, Head Counselors, and Camp Manager to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Follow all safety procedures and assist in responding to incidents or emergencies as needed.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm, patience, and a positive attitude throughout the camp day.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Prior experience working with children is preferred but not required.
- Enthusiastic, dependable, and passionate about working with youth.
- Ability to adapt quickly, stay organized, and manage time effectively in a dynamic camp environment.
- Ability to stay focused in a fast- paced, high- energy setting with frequent interruptions and background noise.
- Must have an Adult CPR/AED, First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within the first 60 days. Training will be provided.
- Positive, friendly, and professional demeanor with a passion for youth development.
Working at the Community Center
Be a part of history in the City of Fishers! Opened in October 2025, the 105,000sq. ft. Fishers Community Center offers free amenities to the community including a walking track, large indoor playground, and access to Sahm’s Community Caf. It also has a paid membership model that allows access to 2 indoor pools (including a 2-story waterslide), 3 athletic gyms, a large fitness floor, 2 group exercise studios, 1 cycle studio, childcare, and much more. The Community Center will also feature a 3-acre Dog Park located on the campus. Explore our landing page and learn more: https://fisherscommunitycenter.com/. Help us build and strengthen our culture of health by making this vibrant destination the epicenter of community in our City of Fishers. This position will receive a free Community Center membership.
