City of Coconut Creek
Job Title: Summer Camp Counselor
Serves as a staff member for the City of Coconut Creek’s Summer Day Camp Program. This is a temporary position with no employee benefits or paid time off. Campers are ages 6 through 13 years.
Salary $16.80 hourly
- Minimum of six (6) months of verifiable experience working with children in a camp, school, or recreation program, or certified teachers with six (6) months of teaching experience.
Hours of Operation Monday through Friday, between 7:15 AM and 6:15 PM. Actual hours may vary. The summer program runs from June 8, 2026 through July 31, 2026.
Work Locations
Recreation Complex: 4455 Sol Press Blvd., Coconut Creek, FL 33073
Community Center: 1100 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek, FL 33063
Must be available to work the entire program at the assigned location. Mandatory orientation is scheduled for the week of June 1, 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise campers by assigned age groups.
Coordinate, plan, and implement arts & crafts, recreation and athletic games, as well as plays and/or presentations for special events.
Plan and implement organized methods of play and other activities during scheduled times of day.
Ensure the safety of each participant in the assigned group.
Communicate with campers’ parents/guardians regarding individual/group accomplishments or poor behavior.
Perform limited park/facility maintenance such as garbage removal, restroom maintenance and debris cleanup.
Maintain rosters, attendance forms, dismissal forms, incident and accident reports as required by the Department.
Work under close supervision of the Camp Coordinator and/or Parks & Recreation Supervisor.
Exercise leadership techniques and skills with group members at all times.
Punctuality and regular attendance are essential.
Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions up to 8 hours per day.
Qualifications
Minimum of six (6) months of verifiable experience working with children in a camp, school, or recreation program; or certified teachers with six (6) months of teaching experience in a school setting.
Must have either graduated from high school or have a high school equivalency, or be at least 18 years of age by May 28, 2026.
CPR and First Aid Certification is mandatory and must be current throughout summer camp.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Responsible, patient, and energetic with the stamina to work with children of varying ages.
Experienced in programming day camp activities, including games, special events, and athletic activities.
Knowledge and application of leadership techniques.
Knowledge of the care and use of recreation equipment.
Skill in handling disruptive children effectively.
Skills in music, art, athletics, and drama are a plus.
Ability to understand and follow safety precautions for recreation participants.
Ability to interact well with employees, participants, and parents/guardians.
Ability to pass physical, drug testing, and background check.
Other Requirements NOTE: Fingerprinting is required; all fingerprints will be checked through the State of Florida’s Volunteer and Employee Criminal History System (VECHS) and the Department of Children and Families (DCF).
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands The physical demands include walking, running, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, sitting, talking, and hearing. Use of hands to manipulate tools and objects, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Requires close, color, and distant vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work may involve wet, humid conditions, caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
Health and Safety Applicants must successfully pass physical, drug testing, and background check. Candidates with disabilities requiring accommodations must notify Human Resources one week prior to scheduled testing.
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Salary $16.80 hourly
- Minimum of six (6) months of verifiable experience working with children in a camp, school, or recreation program, or certified teachers with six (6) months of teaching experience.
Hours of Operation Monday through Friday, between 7:15 AM and 6:15 PM. Actual hours may vary. The summer program runs from June 8, 2026 through July 31, 2026.
Work Locations
Recreation Complex: 4455 Sol Press Blvd., Coconut Creek, FL 33073
Community Center: 1100 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek, FL 33063
Must be available to work the entire program at the assigned location. Mandatory orientation is scheduled for the week of June 1, 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise campers by assigned age groups.
Coordinate, plan, and implement arts & crafts, recreation and athletic games, as well as plays and/or presentations for special events.
Plan and implement organized methods of play and other activities during scheduled times of day.
Ensure the safety of each participant in the assigned group.
Communicate with campers’ parents/guardians regarding individual/group accomplishments or poor behavior.
Perform limited park/facility maintenance such as garbage removal, restroom maintenance and debris cleanup.
Maintain rosters, attendance forms, dismissal forms, incident and accident reports as required by the Department.
Work under close supervision of the Camp Coordinator and/or Parks & Recreation Supervisor.
Exercise leadership techniques and skills with group members at all times.
Punctuality and regular attendance are essential.
Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions up to 8 hours per day.
Qualifications
Minimum of six (6) months of verifiable experience working with children in a camp, school, or recreation program; or certified teachers with six (6) months of teaching experience in a school setting.
Must have either graduated from high school or have a high school equivalency, or be at least 18 years of age by May 28, 2026.
CPR and First Aid Certification is mandatory and must be current throughout summer camp.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Responsible, patient, and energetic with the stamina to work with children of varying ages.
Experienced in programming day camp activities, including games, special events, and athletic activities.
Knowledge and application of leadership techniques.
Knowledge of the care and use of recreation equipment.
Skill in handling disruptive children effectively.
Skills in music, art, athletics, and drama are a plus.
Ability to understand and follow safety precautions for recreation participants.
Ability to interact well with employees, participants, and parents/guardians.
Ability to pass physical, drug testing, and background check.
Other Requirements NOTE: Fingerprinting is required; all fingerprints will be checked through the State of Florida’s Volunteer and Employee Criminal History System (VECHS) and the Department of Children and Families (DCF).
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands The physical demands include walking, running, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, sitting, talking, and hearing. Use of hands to manipulate tools and objects, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Requires close, color, and distant vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work may involve wet, humid conditions, caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
Health and Safety Applicants must successfully pass physical, drug testing, and background check. Candidates with disabilities requiring accommodations must notify Human Resources one week prior to scheduled testing.
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