Youth Day Camp Counselor Summer 2026

Join our Youth Day Camp as a Counselor and be the reason kids laugh, learn, and grow. Build leadership skills, create lifelong memories, and spend your days outdoors making a real impact. Ready to turn fun into your job? Apply today!

You will implement camp program through supervising and participating in large and small group activities with children entering grades K-5. Supervise and participate with children on field trips, at the pool and on-site. Under the direction of the Recreation Manager, assist with planning and evaluation of weekly activities. 

Must be available to start 05/21/2026 and be at least 18 years of age by that date.

Hourly rate - $16.25 per hour.

General Information for all Day Camp positions

• Day Camps run Monday thru Friday - June – August 2026
• Positions and hours will be dependent upon camper registrations.
• The program will be primarily conducted in an outdoor setting, although activities may take place indoors in inclement weather. Staff will be exposed to weather conditions, including cold, rain, and extreme heat.
• Staff is required to be in the pool with the kids on swim days.
• No vacations will be granted due to the length of the programs.
• Shifts may vary.
• See Park District brochure online for camp descriptions.

If you are away at school please indicate on your application the dates of your spring break to assist us in scheduling interviews.

Candidates will be interviewed and may be selected for one of the available Day Camp positions based on candidates’ qualifications. When applying please rank the positions in your preferential order.

Camp staff orientation dates will be reviewed during the interview process.

Plainfield Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Minimum age 18.
• 2 years of experience working with children preferred.
• High School diploma preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• C.P.R. and First Aid Certification certified required; ability to certify at time of hire.
• Must have the ability to communicate instructions in a professional and enthusiastic manner.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and work well with participants and other staff.
• Ability to establish a positive rapport by using tact and discretion with participants, parents and staff.
• Must be detail oriented to be able to process information accurately.