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Direct First Responder Counselor Jobs in Harlingen, TX

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Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Nphosting

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Nphosting

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Nphosting

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience : Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Nphosting

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Harlingen, TX · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience : Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience : Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Nphosting

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Nphosting

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Los Fresnos, TX · On-site

$11 - $14.25/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience: Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

Compass Connections

Direct Care Worker

Harlingen, TX · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention Work experience : Required - 1-year employment ... Respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for direct first responder counselor in Harlingen, TX is $18.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.91 and $19.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Direct First Responder Counselor vs Emergency Response Counselor?

AspectDirect First Responder CounselorEmergency Response Counselor
CredentialsTypically requires a relevant counseling or social work certification, CPR/First AidSimilar certifications, often with additional emergency response training
Work EnvironmentOn-site at emergency scenes, hospitals, or crisis centersEmergency scenes, crisis intervention settings, community outreach
Employer & IndustryEmergency services, hospitals, mental health agenciesDisaster response teams, crisis centers, community organizations

Both roles involve providing immediate psychological support during emergencies, but Direct First Responder Counselors often work directly at emergency sites, while Emergency Response Counselors may focus more on crisis intervention and follow-up support in various settings.

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Summer Camp Counselor - IDEA Camp Rio

Summer Camp Counselor - IDEA Camp Rio

IDEA Public Schools

Brownsville, TX • On-site

$12 - $15.75/hr

Temporary

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

IDEA Public Schools rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

302nd of 538 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Description
Role Mission: We are looking for enthusiastic, attentive individuals to serve as Summer Camp Counselors to lead, support, and motivate campers as they enjoy all that the camp has to offer. The Camp Counselor will help plan events and lead group events, monitor campers and respond to incidents, such as behavioral problems or accidents, log events and maintain records relating to activities, and discuss camper participation and concerns with parents and other camp staff members. You should be positive, proactive, and caring while focusing on giving campers a fun, safe camp experience.
What We Offer
Compensation:
  • Compensation is based on experience and any leadership roles assigned. Pay will be divided into two payments (June and July).
  • Housing and meals are included. Uniforms are provided. You will make lifetime friends and learn more than you thought you would be capable of!

Accountabilities:
100% of camp activities are well planned, coordinated, and age-appropriate.
  • Working with other camp staff members to plan and coordinate camp events.
  • Leading and supporting campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities.
  • Monitoring campers to ensure compliance with camp rules and prevent accidents.
  • Cleaning, maintaining and ensuring proper use of camp facilities and equipment.
  • Reporting and recording details of incidents, such as accidents or rule violations, to parents and camp staff.
  • Memorizing all emergency procedures and enforcing camp rules.
  • Participating in staff meetings.

Supports Summer Camp programming
  • Participates in all summer camp promotional events
  • Develops engaging curriculum for summer camp.
  • Assists in the training of summer camp staff.
  • Potentially serves in a leadership role over other adults in Summer.
  • Provides Operational level support for a variety of Summer camp operations.
  • Work could include helping in the kitchen, helping in the medical clinic, picking up trash around the property, setting up and taking down activities, teaching a variety of outdoor activities.

Exemplifies Camp RIO's core values
  • Is a role model for campers and staff
  • Maintains a positive, service-oriented attitude
  • Follows policies given by supervisors
  • Demonstrates a passion for getting kids outdoors.
  • Is a good steward of natural resources.
  • Believes in and supports community
  • Is a team player
  • Values adventure education.

Manages assigned activity areas
  • Fixes/maintains equipment
  • Submits requests for needed supplies
  • Assures animals (if applicable) are well cared for
  • Assures staff are adequately trained in safety issues related to activity
  • Keeps curriculum folders up to date
  • Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment

Live Values of IDEA
  • Believes and is committed to our mission: that all students are capable of getting to and through college
  • Is driven by outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them
  • Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly
  • Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change
  • Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels of the organization
  • Works through silos and forges strong cross-departmental relationships in order to achieve outcomes
  • Embodies IDEA's core values

Competencies:
  • Assure campers are always properly supervised .
  • Develop relationships with campers that promote communication, respect, involvement, and empowerment.
  • Instill respect for environment, self, and others.
  • Reinforce IDEA's mission of College for All Students.
  • Maintain high levels of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.
  • Participate in development and implementation of program activities within the mission and outcomes.
  • Be a role model to campers and staff in both attitude and behavior.
  • Openness to observation and critical feedback
  • Work duties on camp including maintenance and cleaning duties as assigned.
  • Be on time to all scheduled trainings and work days.
  • Excitement about working for a school system that is changing the status quo of education in Texas.
  • Responsible for equipment maintenance and supplies for assigned activity areas.
  • Assists with biological monitoring of property.

Qualifications:
  • Education: High School Diploma, equivalent, or active enrollment in school
  • Experience: 1 year minimum experience with camps, children, or with specific activities is preferred.
  • Certifications: First aid, CPR, and additional training may be required or beneficial.
  • Ability to start work on May 20, 2026 and work continuously through July 29, 2026
  • Ability to live on the Camp Property for the duration of the job (nights off and days off will be given).

Knowledge and Skills:
  • Physical ability to participate in activities, run, climb, swim, lift, or support the weight of children.
  • Ability to pass a background check, a physical, and proof of immunizations.
  • High level of responsibility and accountability.
  • Upbeat, engaging personality.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Proven ability to work well with all age levels.
  • Ability to endure all kinds of weather (hot, rainy, muddy, etc.) and walk many miles a day.

IDEA Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the organization's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact IDEA Human Resources at (956) 377-8000.

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At IDEA Public Schools, we believe each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. IDEA Public Schools boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report's top high schools lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Ohio, and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality.

Industry

Education

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Weslaco, TX, US

Year founded

1998

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