Summer Camp Counselor II

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $24 per Hour

FLIPANY is disrupting the way health and wellness support is offered to communities that have been historically ignored. We serve nutritious food, encourage healthy eating and get people to move.

Whether we are working with partners to connect families to food, teaching kids to dice veggies or kick a ball, or designing customized health and wellness programs, FLIPANY takes an active, hands-on approach. We incorporate life skills into all of our programs to increase the emotional wellbeing and resilience of the kids and families we serve. We push beyond boundaries and explore every opportunity to offer creative health and wellness initiatives that will inspire people to transform their lives forever.

Full-Time Seasonal Job Opportunity

The Summer Camp Counselor II supports the daily operations of the summer camp and helps ensure a safe, engaging, and enriching experience for campers and staff. This leadership role involves program planning, staff supervision, camper supervision, and day-to-day camp coordination. The Camp Counselor II helps maintain a structured, positive camp environment; supports the implementation of program activities; and serves as a key point of contact for vendors and community partners to help ensure camp runs smoothly and efficiently.

Required Availability: June 5, 2026, to August 7, 2026 / MondayFriday between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm.

Availability to work the full duration of the camp, including training and special events.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Recreation, Child Development, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in camp management, youth programming, or related leadership roles.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to motivate and support staff.
• Experience in conflict resolution, behavior management, and child development.
• Commitment to health and wellness.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact with children, parents, and staff.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• CPR and first aid certification (or willingness to obtain them).
• Knowledge of safety regulations and risk management procedures for youth programs.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends and evenings as needed.
• Biligual in English and Spanish or Creole (preferred but not required)
  
• Must pass a Level Ii background check.

This job opportunity requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Key Responsibilities:

Camp Operations & Program Support

• Assist with the daily setup, coordination, and overall operation of camp activities.
• Support the implementation of age-appropriate recreational, educational, and enrichment activities.
• Help ensure daily schedules are followed and activities run on time.
• Assist with preparing materials, supplies, and activity spaces.

Camper Supervision & Safety

• Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all campers.
• Supervise campers during activities, transitions, meals, and field trips.
• Monitor camper behavior and support positive behavior management strategies.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, incidents, and parent concerns, following camp protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, child supervision ratios, and organizational policies.

Staff Support & Leadership

• Provide guidance and support to junior counselors and camp staff.
• Help model professionalism, teamwork, and positive camper engagement.
• Assist with training new staff on camp procedures and expectations.
• Communicate operational issues or concerns to camp leadership.

Vendor / Partner Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for scheduled vendors, guest presenters, and community partners.
• Help coordinate logistics for special events, field trips, and external activities.

Communication & Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate attendance, incident reports, and other required camp documentation.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, staff, and leadership as needed.
• Support opening and closing procedures and other assigned administrative tasks.

General Camp duties as assigned.

The above job description describes the general nature and level of work to be performed; it is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

FLIPANY reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the company desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employee relationship remains at-will. The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.

FLIPANY is a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer