Summer Camp Counselor

East Bank Club

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Chicago, Illinois, US on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 14, 2026 Last posted March 26, 2026
Job description

Do you enjoy working with children? Love making new friends and getting a free membership as part of your summer employment? If so, EBC has a great summer job opportunity for you!

As a Camp Counselor, you will make camp a welcoming, fun, and creative place by combining creativity, integrity, passion, and hospitality. The Camp Counselor oversees all planned camp activities, participates in daily swimming, and maintains consistent communication with parents, staff, and campers.

Rate of Pay: $17.50 per hour. This role is considered seasonal.
Counselors who stay through the full season will receive $400.

Schedule:
Monday to Friday 8:15 AM – 1:30 PM, 8:15 AM – 3:30 PM, and 8:15 AM – 5:00 PM
(No weekends required!)

Camp dates: June 8th - August 7th

  • Provide a safe, secure, nurturing, and engaging environment for all children and employees.
  • Lead campers in a variety of fun and engaging activities, such as art and crafts, STEM activities, physical activities, and games in the pool, in order to provide a memorable experience for them
  • Report any item on behavior that may pose a risk to the health and safety of staff, members, or guests, including any suspicious behavior, action, or policy violation.
  • Develop relationships with parents, guardians, children, and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Maintain open communication with the Director or Manager regarding activities, policies, and procedures.
  • Serve snacks and refreshments (verify allergies).
  • Ensure gym equipment is set up and taken down after use.
  • Follow all sanitizing procedures.
  • All other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the USA. We use E-Verify.
  • Experience working with children between the ages of 3 and 10 highly preferred.
  • Experience working with children in a childcare or camp environment is preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be able to stand, sit, crouch, and be active for sustained periods of time.
  • Must be able to stoop, kneel and crouch.
  • Must be to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work with children in a positive and outgoing manner along with displaying patience in all situations.

Benefits

Time Off

    • Paid Time Off
    • 401(k) with company match up to 3%
    • Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
    • Holiday Bonus
    • Paid Parental Leave

Health & Wellness:

    • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
    • HSA and FSA enrollment options
    • Short- & Long-Term Disability options
    • Life Insurance: Basic coverage equivalent to annual income, with voluntary options for additional coverage
    • Long-Term Care options: Coverage up to 50% of annual income
    • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
    • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
    • Pet Insurance through MetLife

Employee Perks:

    • Free workout privileges
    • Employee discounts in the Pro Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
    • Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
    • Access to Tickets at Work discounts
    • Tuition reimbursement

East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.

About this role

Summary

Supervise children's activities, ensure safety, engage campers, and communicate with parents.

Job title

Summer Camp Counselor

Experience level

preferred experience working with children

Industry

recreation

Location requirements

Chicago, Illinois, United States; remote work not allowed

Salary

$17.50 per hour. This role is considered seasonal. Counselors who stay through the full season will receive $400.

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

authorize to work in the USAage 18+physical abilitypatiencecommunication

Preferred skills

childcare experiencecamp environment experience

Specializations

campingchildrenactivitiesoutdoor
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago, IL, USA

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