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Explorer Day Camp Counselor

Commonpoint112 open roles

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12.1% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Commonpoint postings stay open a median of 10 days.

Share of postings closed within
  1. 2.1%1 day
  2. 4.5%3 days
  3. 12.1%7 days
  4. 19.1%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 52.7%60 days
This job: first seen 67 days ago

Commonpoint median: 10 days open

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It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Explorer Day Camp Counselor Job Description

ABOUT COMMONPOINT:

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

ABOUT THE ROLE: To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a Day Camp Counselor situated within the Explorer Day Camp. The individuals hired as Day Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising, engaging, and ensuring the safety of campers while leading fun, age-appropriate activities. Counselors serve as positive role models and help create a welcoming, inclusive, and energetic camp environment. This role reports directly to Sarah Elliott.

Across the agency, our seasonal and part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Agency Expectations:

  • Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
  • Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
  • Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
  • Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.

Role Expectations:

  • Supervise and ensure the safety of campers at all times.
  • Lead and participate in camp activities such as sports, arts and crafts, games, and outdoor play.
  • Plan and implement age-appropriate activities in collaboration with camp staff.
  • Maintain positive behavior management and promote teamwork and respect.
  • Build supportive relationships with campers and fellow staff.
  • Assist with daily routines including attendance, transitions, snacks, and clean-up.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, parents, and staff.
  • Follow all camp policies, safety procedures, and emergency protocol.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY ATTRIBUTES: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum age requirement (typically 16–18, depending on location)
  • Experience working with children preferred
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to work outdoors and be physically active
  • Positive attitude, patience, and reliability

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.
  • Bilingual Preferred.

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

  • Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines.
  • Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance.
  • Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency.

To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

WORKING CONDITIONS: High energy and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously. Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with coworkers at all levels, as well as with representatives from external organizations and institutions. Able to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, showing tact, maturity, and flexibility. Must be capable of functioning in a fast-paced, high-energy, and occasionally noisy environment. Physical requirements include the ability to see, hear, sit, stand, stoop, and run. Noise levels in the work environment may range from moderate to high. Availability to work late stay hours and participate in overnight trips is required.

JOB DETAILS:

  • Seasonal Rate: $1,900 to $3,000
  • Locations: Bay Terrace (212-00 23rd Avenue, Bayside, NY, 11360) & Forest Hills (67-09 108th Street, Forest Hills, NY, 11375)
  • Camp Dates: Monday, June 29th, 2026 - Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
  • Working Schedule: Mon- Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm.
  • Non-Union Position.
  • In Person.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer

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