Summer Camp Counselor

Job Title: Summer Camp Counselor

Reports To: Site Coordinator

Hours: Full Time, Temporary – 40 hours/week

Rate: Starting at $18.00 per hour

Job Description

The Ohio Hispanic Coalition is in search of dedicated individuals to work as Summer Camp Counselors for the Niños en Acción (Children in Action) Summer Enrichment Camp. Staff will start on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 and ending on Friday, August 21st, 2026. The work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 4:00PM, excluding federal holidays.

Why This Role Stands Out

Looking for a meaningful summer job that builds your resume and makes a real impact?

As a Summer Camp Counselor with the Ohio Hispanic Coalition (OHCO), you’ll gain hands-on experience in education, youth development, and community engagement—while working with a supportive team and making a difference in the lives of local youth.

This is an excellent opportunity for college students pursuing careers in education, social work, psychology, public health, nonprofit leadership, or community engagement.

About the Program

Niños en Acción (Children in Action) is a culturally responsive summer enrichment program serving Latino/Hispanic youth ages 6–13 in Central Ohio.

The program combines STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) and social-emotional learning to help students build confidence, academic skills, leadership, and positive identity in a safe, engaging environment.

Program Dates: Monday, June 8, 2026 – Friday, August 21, 2026
Program Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Monday–Friday)

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience working with youth in an educational setting
• Leadership, classroom management, and communication skills
• Experience in STEAM programming and social-emotional development
• Exposure to nonprofit and community-based work
• A strong, mission-driven addition to your resume
• Opportunity to build relationships and professional references

What You’ll Do

Student Engagement & Instruction

• Lead and support daily educational and recreational activities including STEAM, arts, literacy, and physical activity
• Engage students in group learning, teamwork, and skill-building exercises
• Assist with lesson planning, classroom management, and activity facilitation

Program Operations

• Prepare classrooms and materials for daily programming
• Support meal distribution and maintain a clean, organized environment
• Assist with field trips and ensure student safety on-site and during transportation

Youth Development & Support

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe environment for all participants
• Support students’ social-emotional development, conflict resolution, and teamwork
• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding student progress or concerns

Family & Community Engagement

• Maintain professional and respectful communication with parents and families
• Represent OHCO at community events and outreach activities (as needed)

What You Bring

Required

• Must be 18 years or older
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to pass a BCI background check
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to commit to the full program dates (June 3 – August 21, 2026)
• Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic

Preferred

• College student or recent graduate (Education, Social Work, Psychology, Public Health, or related field)
• Experience working with children, youth programs, tutoring, or camps
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
• Basic Microsoft Office skills

Physical & Schedule Expectations

• Active, hands-on role requiring standing, walking, and engaging with students throughout the day
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Work is primarily outdoors and in active environments
• Occasional early mornings, field trips, and community events

Important Commitment Requirement

This is a high-impact, team-based program, and consistent attendance is critical to student success.

Applicants must be available for the full duration of the program.
Requests for 3 or more days off during camp will not be considered unless disclosed and approved before hire.

Why Join OHCO?

At the Ohio Hispanic Coalition, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working to empower Latino communities across Ohio.

This isn’t just a summer job—it’s an opportunity to:

• Make a lasting impact in your community
• Build meaningful skills for your future career
• Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organization

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Ohio Hispanic Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local employment laws. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.