Summer Camp Lead Counselor

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📍 Hanover, New Hampshire, United StatesSeasonal

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Summer Camp Lead Counselor



Department: Parks & Recreation
Job Code: PR/16
Employment Type: Seasonal

Location: Bernice A. Ray Elementary School



Camp Schedule

  • Mandatory Staff Training: June 18–23
  • Camp Session: June 24 – July 31
  • Optional Extended Weeks: August 3 – August 14



Lead the Fun. Set the Tone. Make Summer Count.

The Town of Hanover Parks & Recreation Department is seeking responsible, experienced, and enthusiastic individuals to serve as Summer Camp Lead Counselors. This leadership role helps guide daily camp operations, mentor fellow counselors, and ensure a safe, engaging, and positive environment for all participants.


Job Summary

The Summer Camp Lead Counselor provides instruction, supervision, and leadership for participants in the Parks and Recreation Department’s summer camp program. In addition to delivering camp programming, the Lead Counselor supports behavioral guidance, reinforces safety standards, and serves as a role model for both participants and staff.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provides direct supervision of an assigned camper group.
  • Leads daily activity planning and implementation for designated age group.
  • Supervises, mentors, and provides direction to Counselors and CITs.
  • Ensures consistent enforcement of camp policies and behavioral expectations.
  • Conducts regular participant counts and maintains accurate attendance records.
  • Communicates effectively with supervisors regarding program needs, incidents, or concerns.
  • Ensures safety protocols are followed during on-site activities and field trips.
  • Assists with training and modeling appropriate behavior and professionalism for junior staff.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and inclusive program environment.
  • Performs related duties as required. 



Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Work performed while sitting, standing, walking, and actively participating in camp activities
  • Occasional lifting of light to heavy objects
  • Work performed in office spaces, program facilities, and outdoor recreational areas


Minimum Qualifications 

  • Minimum age of 18 years old.
  • Previous experience working with youth in a camp, recreational, or educational setting preferred. 

 

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This Summer Camp Lead Counselor role at hanovernh is based in Hanover, New Hampshire, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Summer Camp Lead Counselor role at hanovernh full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Seasonal position. It is posted as a Summer Camp Lead Counselor role in the Parks And Recreation department at hanovernh.
Which team or department does the Summer Camp Lead Counselor at hanovernh belong to?
This Summer Camp Lead Counselor position is part of the Parks And Recreation department at hanovernh. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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This Summer Camp Lead Counselor position at hanovernh was posted on Mar 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Summer Camp Lead Counselor
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