Title: Head Counselor
Status: Supplemental Part- Time
Salary Range: $17.00

Description:

The Fishers Community Center is looking for dynamic, enthusiastic, and service-driven Head Counselors to lead our Fall, Winter, and Spring Break Camps! Head Counselors play a key role in creating unforgettable experiences for campers by fostering a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment. This leadership position supports the Camp Manager in daily operations, provides guidance to camp staff, and ensures strong communication with families. Head Counselors are vital to building a positive camp culture and strengthening community connections through meaningful camper engagement and exceptional service.

Camp Dates:

• Fall Break Camp: October 13–17, 2025
• Winter Break Camp: December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026
• Spring Break Camp: April 3–10, 2026

Opportunities to continue into our Summer Camp season may be available for high-performing Head Counselors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead daily camp operations, ensuring smooth transitions and activity execution.
• Conduct morning meetings and afternoon debriefs with counselors to align on goals, updates, and camper needs.
• Supervise, support, and mentor camp counselors throughout the day.
• Maintain and check camp facilities, equipment, materials, and first aid kits daily to ensure safety and readiness.
• Address medical and emergency needs of campers and staff as necessary, following established protocols.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents/guardians and assist with camper check-in/out.
• Monitor camper safety, behavior, and well-being throughout the day.
• Model positive behavior and professionalism for staff and campers.
• Collaborate with the Camp Manager to plan and adapt engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for all campers.
• Complete daily reports, attendance, and incident documentation as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• One (1) or more years of experience working with youth in a camp, educational, or recreational setting.
• Proven ability to provide excellent customer service to diverse groups of campers, families, and staff- both in person and through written or verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn and use Amilia and Smartsheet.
• Ability to adapt quickly, stay organized, and manage time effectively in a dynamic camp environment.
• Ability to lead and stay focused in a fast- paced, high- energy setting with frequent interruptions and background noise.
• Must have an Adult CPR/AED, First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within the first 60 days. Training will be provided.
• Positive, friendly, and professional demeanor with a passion for youth development.

Supplemental Information

• First Aid/CPR Certification will be offered as a part of the training process.

Working at the Community Center

Be a part of history in the City of Fishers! Opening in October 2025, the 105,000sq. ft. Fishers Community Center will offer free amenities to the community including a walking track, large indoor playground, and access to Sahm’s Community Café. It will also have a paid membership model that allows access to 2 indoor pools (including a 2-story waterslide), 3 athletic gyms, a large fitness floor, 2 group exercise studios, 1 cycle studio, childcare, and much more. The Community Center will also feature a 3-acre Dog Park located on the campus. Explore our landing page and learn more: https://fisherscommunitycenter.com/. Help us build and strengthen our culture of health by making this vibrant destination the epicenter of community in our City of Fishers. This position will receive a free Community Center membership.