Camp Counselor, Camp Paw Paw

Humane Society of Chittenden County

South Burlington, VT, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Recreation

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $17-$18 hourly

Job Title: Camp Counselor, Camp Paw Paw

Status: Part-Time, Seasonal

Reports To: Head Counselor (or Humane Education Coordinator)

Position Summary:

The Humane Society of Chittenden County is looking for Camp Counselors for our humane education summer camp, Camp Paw Paw! The Camp Counselor is a part-time temporary (seasonal) position serving as support and activity coordinator for Camp Paw Paw, HSCCs humane education camp for children ages 5-12. The Camp Counselor must attend a pre-camp training (late June/early July) and be available for all of the camp sessions (Monday, July 7th - Friday, August 15th, 2025).

In addition to supporting Camp Paw Paw, Camp Counselors will also have the opportunity to assist with HSCC's other humane education program, Animal Welfare Warriors (ages 13-15; June 23rd-27th). Availability to assist with Animal Welfare Warriors is a plus, but not required.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for a group of 20 campers each session
Ensuring the functional operation of each one-week camp session
Assisting with the checking in and signing out of campers each day
Facilitating camp activities under the direction of the Head Counselor
Ensuring a positive, fun, and safe camp experience for all campers
Reporting conflicts and problems to the Head Counselor and assisting with productive and positive resolution of challenges as they arise
Responsible for becoming familiar with and assisting in the implementation of Camp Paw Paws humane education based curriculum
Other duties as assigned and needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Flexibility to deal with changes and problems
Interest and skills in working with children
Interest in animals and commitment to animal welfare
Upbeat, friendly, and outgoing personality
Ability to work well under pressure and to deal with challenges quickly, decisively, and appropriately
Willingness to: work as a team member, pitch in as needed, and have fun
Experience and/or training in education a significant plus (but not required)

Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age or older