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BREC, LA

Camp BREC Counselor

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$13.35/hr

Leadership skills, including ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm to associates ... Counselors and Directors typical scheduling is 8 hours depending upon camp field trip schedule.

McGehee School

Summer Camp Lead Counselor

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Child Development Associate Degree or a Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields. (Required) * Ability ... Lead counselors are expected to work a minimum of three weeks of camp. Priority will be given to ...

Ochsner Health

Financial Counselor

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Education Required - High School diploma or equivalent Preferred - Associates degree Work ... counseling, banking, hotel, retail and/or customer service related position Knowledge Skills and ...

Ochsner Health

Financial Counselor

New Orleans, LA

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Education Required - High School diploma or equivalent Preferred - Associates degree Work ... counseling, banking, hotel, retail and/or customer service related position Knowledge Skills and ...

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Associate Counselors often encounter challenges such as building rapport with clients, managing complex emotional issues, and maintaining professional boundaries. Navigating client resistance or ambivalence can be particularly demanding, especially early in the therapeutic relationship. To manage these challenges, Associate Counselors benefit from regular supervision, ongoing training, and collaborating closely with more experienced colleagues. Additionally, self-care and maintaining a balanced workload are important practices to sustain effectiveness and prevent burnout.

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Camp BREC Counselor

BREC, LA

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

$13.35/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Salary: $13.35 Hourly
Location : Multiple locations, LA
Job Type: Temp Full Time Camp
Job Number: CC2026
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 01/20/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
General Summary
This is your chance to be a part of the 2022 National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) National Gold Medal winning park system!
A Camp BREC Counselor works at Recreation and/or Special Facility locations assisting in organization and operation of daily camp activities, supervising sports, recreational/educational activities on site and on field trips, supervising and actively participating with a group of campers, assisting with related inventories and paperwork, adhering to operating and safety rules and regulations.
Requirements and Job Specifications
Qualification Required:
Counselors must be at least 18 years of age or older and have experience working with children.
Education Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience Preferred:
Experience and/or desire to work with children in an indoor/outdoor setting.
Has some work experience preferably in Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education or related discipline desired.
Volunteer experience and paid work experience with children is accepted.
A Camp Counselor has a wide range of responsibilities, and some camps require special expertise such as:
  • Camp Sunshine - Special Education/Therapeutic Recreation
  • Zoo - Biology/Zoology/Wildlife Management/Pre-Vet
  • Farr Park - considerable horseback riding experience
  • Magnolia Mound - History/Anthropology/Archeology

Functions and Duties
Typical duties of a Camp Counselor include, but are not limited do:
  • Supervise 10-15 children 8-10 hours in an indoor and/or outdoor environment.
  • Foster a fun-active, healthy, and safe environment.
  • Assisting with organization, promotion, leading and teaching of one or more activity classes of the camping program including: nature study, arts and crafts, sports, games, music, special features, events or field trips.
  • Acting as advisor, counselor, manager of group of participants.
  • Communicating, enforcing, and adhering to rules and regulations for operation, safety and welfare of participants.
  • Reporting to supervisor on activities, participants, plans, programs, problems and needs: recommending action, carrying our policies and objectives of programs.
  • Ability to work with campers, staff, parents, and general public; Leadership skills, including ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm to associates, participants, and parents.
  • Maintain appropriate records and inventories, create reports.

Supplemental Information
Work Availability Required:
Full-time - Seasonal
11 weeks - May 18, 2026 to August 7, 2026
Training Week: May 25-29 (Community Recreation) and May 18-29 (Special Facilities)
Summer Camp Timeframe: June 1-August 7
Seasonal position, as scheduled for day camp sessions, within general framework of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week; meal break as needed.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
You must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement.
An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening
Seasonal employees that work during BREC's Summer Program are eligible for facility privileges and discounts during the months of June and July only.
As a seasonal employee you are eligible to receive the following:
  • 10% discount on food, beverages, goods and merchandise sold at BREC-operated concessions, cafes, and retail shops.
  • Baton Rouge Zoo discounts
  • Golf/Tennis privileges and discounts

01
Are you 18 or older?If not, what is your anticipated date of reaching the age of 18?
02
Camp BREC is scheduled for Eleven (11) weeks beginning May 18th and ending August 7th. Virtual Orientation is scheduled the week of May 18-May 22. BEGINNING THE WEEK OF MAY 25-AUGUST 7. ALL STAFF MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR SCHEDULING DURING THESE DATES. Exact dates and times are subject to change. SPECIAL FACILITY AND ZOO CAMP DATES MAY VARY from this schedule.Are you available to work the above dates without exception?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Camp BREC operates from 6:45am to 6pm, Monday through Friday. Counselors and Directors typical scheduling is 8 hours depending upon camp field trip schedule. Typical scheduling is 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. All staff must be available for scheduling during these hours (Special Facility and BREC Zoo schedules vary by location. Are you available to work the above hours without exception?
  • Yes
  • No

04
Have you previously worked at a BREC summer camp? If yes, what position and what location?
05
Do you have any of the following certifications?
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Certified Lifeguard
  • Certified Lifeguard Instructor
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • None of the above

06
Do you have any physical impairment which prohibits your being outdoors for long periods during the day and participating in physical activities? If yes, please specify.
07
Which age group would you prefer to work with? Check all that apply:
  • 3 to 4
  • 5 to 10
  • 11 to 14

08
What experience do you have specifically with children ages 3 to 14?
09
Please specify what experience you have working with children with physical or mental disability. If you have no experience of this type, enter N/A.
10
In the following list, please check off activities of which you have experience and/or knowledge:
  • Painting
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Animals
  • Astronomy
  • Hiking
  • Nature & Ecology
  • Backpacking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Theater
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Sports
  • Louisiana History

11
Please indicate which camp location you are interested in working with. Check all that apply.
  • Anna T. Jordan Community Park
  • Antioch Boulevard Park
  • Baker Recreation Center
  • Church Street Park
  • Forest Community Park
  • Gus Young Park
  • Highland Road Community Park
  • Howell Community Park
  • Independence Community Park
  • Jackson Community Park
  • Jefferson Highway Park
  • Lovett Road Park
  • Nairn Drive Park
  • North Sherwood Community Park
  • Perkins Road Community Park
  • Plank Road Park
  • Saia Park
  • Baton Rouge Zoo
  • Bluebonnet Swamp
  • BREC Art
  • Conservation
  • Extreme Sports
  • Farr Park
  • Highland Road Observatory
  • Independence Theatre
  • Kathy Drive Park
  • Magnolia Mound
  • Outdoor Adventure
  • Sports Academy
  • Tennis

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