Summer Program Counselor – Seasonal

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission, Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County is currently seeking enthusiastic applicants who enjoy working with preschoolers, school-age children, teens and young adults to be Summer Program Counselorsin inclusive camp settings (including campers with and without disabilities).

Summer recreation jobs offer invaluable skill-building, leadership, training, and enrichment opportunities. Recreation work experiences allow you to learn and develop management and personnel skills which can enhance your job marketability. M-NCPPC will offer a large variety of summer programs which include in-person specialty camps, in-person playtime programs, and in-person therapeutic recreation programs.

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Prince George’s County Parks and Recreation, please contact Joelle Edmond, Joelle.Edmond@pgparks.com or Brenda Miller Brenda.Miller@Pgparks.com.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include the day-to-day supervision of summer program participants ranging ages 6-17. Counselors will aid with planning an inclusive comprehensive program schedule for the summer day program. They will assist with planning and leading program activities and special events. Staff is responsible for establishing and maintaining good rapport with participants, parents and other staff.

Staff is responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of participants. They will be responsible for enforcing all M-NCPPC rules and regulations and compliance of Youth Camp Safety Standards.

Under immediate supervision, they will perform program support duties of a relatively routine and repetitive nature. Staff may assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the site, including picking up trash, sweeping the floor, etc. Staff will assist with trip supervision in accordance with Youth Camp Safety Standards. They will participate in inventory control and distribute equipment and supplies to participants.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• The ideal candidate will possess at least 1 year of experience with youth in the field of parks and recreation, physical education, childcare or a related field and have a high school or GED degree.
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
• All summer program staff are required to attend pre-service training, Youth Camp Safety Standards training, food service training (where applicable), and obtain CPR and First Aid certification prior to the beginning of camp.
• Must enjoy playing and interacting with children
• Pass a Maryland State background check

Supplemental information

• Positions are filled on an as-needed basis. Candidates are encouraged to contact the facility of interest to inquire about specific hiring needs.
• These positions are seasonal and do not include a benefits package.
• Salaries are dependent on experience.
• A criminal background check will be completed prior to hire.

May be subject to medical, drug, and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.