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Siana Law

Legislative Counsel

Chicago, IL · On-site

$92 - $108/hr

Legislative Counsel The Uniform Law Commission (ULC), a nonprofit organization representing state ... Attendance is also required at the ULC's seven-day annual meeting each summer and at occasional ...

Alaska Department of Law

Legislative Counsel

Chicago, IL · On-site

$92 - $108/hr

Legislative Counsel The Uniform Law Commission (ULC), a nonprofit organization representing state ... Attendance is also required at the ULC's seven-day annual meeting each summer and at occasional ...

Marshall Gerstein

Legal Recruiting Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130 - $150/hr

... summer associates, special counsel, of counsel, and new non-equity partners. * Contribute to broader talent initiatives by supporting related projects and performing other duties as required and ...

Outreach

High School Instructor

Carol Stream, IL · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Description: Outreach is a Christian community service organization providing counseling, case ... Summer: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Travel: spring break college tour out of state.

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How much do summer counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer counselor in Romeoville, IL is $16.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer counselor?

Summer counselors are individuals who supervise, guide, and mentor children or teenagers at summer camps or recreational programs. Their responsibilities typically include organizing activities, ensuring the safety of campers, providing emotional support, and fostering a positive camp environment. Summer counselors often serve as role models, helping children build social skills, confidence, and independence throughout the summer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Counselor, you generally need experience working with children or youth, basic first aid/CPR certification, and a high school diploma or higher. Familiarity with camp management software and activity planning tools is often beneficial. Strong leadership, patience, and effective communication skills help counselors build trust and create a positive camp environment. These competencies are crucial to ensure camper safety, foster engagement, and facilitate memorable camp experiences.

What are some common challenges summer counselors face when working with campers, and how can they effectively address them?

Summer Counselors often encounter challenges such as managing group dynamics, addressing homesickness, and handling behavioral issues among campers. Effectively addressing these challenges requires strong communication, patience, and adaptability. Counselors can build trust by establishing clear expectations, fostering an inclusive environment, and engaging campers in activities that promote teamwork. Collaboration with co-counselors and camp leadership is also key to finding solutions and ensuring all campers have a positive experience.

What is the difference between Summer Counselor vs Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer CounselorCamp Counselor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require CPR/First Aid certificationHigh school diploma; CPR/First Aid often preferred
Work EnvironmentSummer camps, outdoor settings, recreational facilitiesSummer camps, outdoor activities, recreational centers
Employer & IndustrySummer camp organizations, youth programsSummer camps, youth recreation programs
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Summer Counselors and Camp Counselors work in summer camp environments, supervising children and organizing activities. The terms are often used interchangeably, but 'Summer Counselor' may imply a broader role, while 'Camp Counselor' specifically refers to camp settings. Both roles typically require similar certifications and work in outdoor, recreational environments during summer months.

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Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Counseling & Special Education (26-27)

DePaul University

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description
The Counseling Program at DePaul University seeks to fill one ten-month, full-time, non-tenure track faculty position in Counseling Education to teach introductory and advanced master's-level courses in areas such counseling core, clinical mental health, and/or school counseling (six courses over the academic year). Depending upon the academic quarter, this faculty member might teach online asynchronously/synchronously as well as in person on our Lincoln Park (Chicago) campus.
In addition, this non-tenure track faculty position will have three course reallocations (one-per-quarter) to coordinate and supervise counseling interns in our Education and Counseling Center (ECC) in the College of Education. Responsibilities may include the following:
  • Recruit, interview, onboard, and complete deprovisioning process for student counselors.
  • Track and assign new clients to student counselors.
  • Manage the Titanium web-processing and record management system; review, approve, and audit student counselor notes providing feedback.
  • Provide orientation and training to new student counselors.
  • Establish and maintain partnerships with internal and external collaborators to ensure consistent referral stream; collaborate with FCS director to facilitate space sharing.
  • Provide weekly supervision for student counselors.
  • Establish initiatives for expanding ECC scope to provide services to external community members.

Finally, this non-tenure track position provides support for departmental and programmatic initiatives that seek to create a culture of student engagement, critical inquiry, and the development of counselors as practitioners, scholars, and leaders. Availability for on-campus meetings is expected.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include an earned doctorate in Counseling or Counselor Education, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program.
Active participation in counseling education professional associations is preferred.
Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted by no later than the deadline, however, confidential letters of recommendation can still be uploaded by the recommender after the deadline. Keep in mind though that an interview cannot be conducted until all letters have been received and reviewed by the search committee. Confidential letters must be uploaded through the system by the recommender, please do not email letters of recommendation to the college. Feel free reach out to Erin James at ejames17@depaul.edu if you have any additional questions.
General Compensation/Benefits Statement
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.
About DePaul University's Academic Calendar
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

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