Top 372 Camp counselor Jobs in Lake Forest, Il

Summer 2026 Overnight Camp Counselor
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago —Ingleside, IL
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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After School Club Counselor
Deerfield Park District —Deerfield, IL
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Children
- Communication skills
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Apex Leadership Co. —Lake County, IL
- $650 - $800 a week
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Experience working with children
- Referral program
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Elementary After School Assistant
Montessori School of Lake Forest —Lake Forest, IL
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
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Part Time Child Care Counselor (Before & After School or Preschool)
Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association —Highland Park, IL
- $16.00 - $22.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- No experience needed
- Preschool
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
LFA Summer Camps
Lake Forest Academy —Lake Forest, IL
- Seasonal
- Background check
- US work authorization
- Leadership
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Recreation Camp Counselor
PARK DIST OF HIGHLAND PARK —Highland Park, IL
- $15.50 an hour
- Seasonal
- Children
- Outdoor work
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Health insurance
Beach Camp Counselor
PARK DIST OF HIGHLAND PARK —Highland Park, IL
- $15.50 - $17.00 an hour
- Seasonal
- Children
- Outdoor work
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Health insurance
Summer Camp Coach
Hi-Five Sports Club —Northbrook, IL
- $1,500 - $2,000 a month
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- No education required
- Sanitation
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Summer Camp Administrator
Hi-Five Sports Club —Mount Prospect, IL
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- In-person
- Entry level
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Summer Camp Substitute Counselor - Lake Forest
Steve & Kate's Camp —Lake Forest, IL
- $15.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Children
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SPOT Camp Counselor
PARK DIST OF HIGHLAND PARK —Highland Park, IL
- $15.50 an hour
- Seasonal
- 16+ years old
- Outdoor work
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Health insurance
Summer Camp Staff
Palatine Park District —Palatine, IL
- $17.00 - $17.50 an hour
- Seasonal
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with children
- Children
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Dungeons & Dragons Teaching Opportunities
Concorde Education —Morton Grove, IL
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Contract
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
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Field Trip Instructor - Resource
Chicago Botanic Garden —Glencoe, IL
- $19.00 - $22.33 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Employee assistance program
- Referral program
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Lake County —Waukegan, IL
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid time off
After School Aide
City of Lake Forest, IL —Lake Forest, IL
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
Summer Day Camp Inclusion Aide
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago —Lake Zurich, IL
- From $17.90 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Camp Patriot
Adlai E Stevenson High School 125 —Lincolnshire, IL
- $15 an hour
- Year round work
- High school
- Entry level
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Kids Instructor
Life Time —Vernon Hills, IL
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Teaching
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Summer 2026 Overnight Camp Counselor

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago -
Ingleside, IL

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Job Details

Part-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Gym membership
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Student behavior monitoring
Working with youth

Full Job Description

YMCA Camp Duncan is now hiring Overnight Camp Counselors for the 2026 Summer Camp Season!

The Overnight Camp Counselor serves as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. The Overnight Camp Counselor ensures that each youth has adequate supervision including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time.

Pay range is $900-$920 bi-weekly, housing & meals provided

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

Scope of Responsibilities

Camper Experience

Promotes the YMCA and provides outstanding customer service by creating an outstanding camper experience for children, parents and families.
Leads recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to, arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songfests, nature hikes, archery, and other games and hobbies. Instructs campers using various teaching methods and modifies activities as needed to ensure that campers of all ages and experience levels are engaged.
Teaches socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
Communicates consistently with supervisor, team leader, unit leader and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule.
Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities.

Camp Safety

Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential risks.
Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety. Monitors campers and counselors and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary.
Sets up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use. Immediately notifies Program Director of any broken or unsafe equipment or if more resources/equipment are needed.
Works to keep camp facilities clean at all times

Requirements and Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age by the first day of camp
Must have prior experience working with youth; previous experience in a camp setting strongly preferred
Relevant specialty experience for positions supporting specialty camps
Commitment to, and passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission
Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences
Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices. Ability to observe camper behavior and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model
Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills
Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Y Team competencies in previous experience or practice
Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the commitment of the YMCA to child abuse prevention by:

Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.

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Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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