Jen's Camp: Lead Counselor

To apply, please contact Callie Pasick at callie.jenscamp@gmail.com 
All emails should include a brief introduction and resume.

Jen's Camp - Lead Counselor
Positions Available: Board Game Lead, HQ Lead, Outside Lead, Sewing Lead

• Application Review Begins 1/8/2026 (We’ll start reviewing candidates and reaching out at this time)
• Program Dates: June 4 - August 2
• Program Hours: 7:30am - 6:00pm
• Shift range: (7:30am - 3:30pm) - (10:00am - 6:00pm)
• Lincoln Elementary: 615 W Kemper Place, Chicago, IL

Requirements

• Age 18+ with a high school diploma or GED
• College degree preferred or in progress
• Clean Background Check
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification obtained by 5/14/26 and valid through 8/2/26
• Experience working with youth in camps or similar settings
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and remain active throughout the day. Yes, we’re serious—this job is a workout!
• Thorough Knowledge of classic boardgames such as Sorry, Monopoly, Taco Cat, Connect 4 and ability to understand/ teach new games.

Employment Details

• Job Type: Contract, Temporary
• Work Location: In person
• Pay Rate: Starting at $17.00 per hour
• Hours: Expected 37.5 hours per week
• Compensation: Staff are paid at their agreed-upon hourly rate for all time worked: Including training, staff meetings, move-in/out, and program hours. Compensation follows all state and federal wage requirements and is outlined in each staff member’s offer letter.
• Employment Status & Benefits: Spring Break and Summer positions are seasonal, temporary, non-benefited roles and do not include paid vacation time.

About Us
At Jen’s Camp, we empower kids ages 5–12 by giving them the freedom to choose activities that spark their interests and build confidence. Campers learn to explore, problem-solve, and grow independently in an intentionally designed environment. We have several areas of camp that are open simultaneously - stations include arts and crafts, engineering, stop motion animation, music, sewing, board games, a relaxation room, outdoor recreation and so much more!

Our spaces are intuitive by design, allowing campers to walk in and get started on their own while staff provide guidance, safety, and encouragement. Through thoughtful prep and organization, we create what we proudly call intentional calm—a setting where kids feel safe to create, try new things, and thrive emotionally, socially, and creatively.

We’re looking for organized, proactive leaders who value planning ahead and love supporting kids beyond just having fun. Our staff will manage their designated station, while balancing inventory, set-up, camper engagement, and emotional and physical safety/growth. From daily social-emotional check-ins to meaningful mentorship, our counselors play a key role in making each camper’s experience positive, empowering, and memorable. Our biggest reward is watching camper’s confidence grow as they successfully navigate tasks and learn independently.

Board Game Lead 
As a Board Game Lead, you will oversee your own classroom that we call the “Game Room,” a collaborative and engaging space designed for strategic thinking, creativity, and connection. This room contains a wide variety of kid-friendly board games, card games, and group games that encourage campers to play together and build friendships. The Board Game Lead is responsible for managing the overall space and program, ensuring all games are clean, organized, and complete with every piece accounted for. This role requires a thorough knowledge of children’s board games, strong attention to detail, and highly organized systems to keep games sorted and easily accessible. You will regularly explain game rules to campers, introduce new games, and guide groups through gameplay while encouraging patience, teamwork, and positive sportsmanship. This role requires the ability to stay organized while managing multiple groups at once, helping campers learn new games, make new connections and build friendships through shared play.

HQ Lead
As an HQ Lead, you will oversee the central operations of camp, often thought of as the “home base” for campers, staff, and caregivers. You will be stationed at our HQ desk responsible for managing camper first aid, caregiver communication, answering the door, and responding to camper questions throughout the day. You will also manage catering orders and ensure essential supplies are organized and readily available to staff. HQ also serves as the hub for device charging, troubleshooting, and general technology management. This position requires a high level of multitasking, strong attention to detail, and the ability to remain organized, calm, and solution-oriented while supporting many moving parts at once.

Outside Lead
As an Outside Lead, you will oversee all outdoor spaces and activities, creating a safe, energetic, and well-coordinated environment for campers to play, explore, and move. These spaces include a variety of stations and games that change daily based on weather, camper engagement, and camp programming. The Outside Lead is responsible for supervising outdoor staff, ensuring all stations are fully supported, and dividing staff appropriately to maintain clear eyes and engagement with all campers. This role makes real-time decisions about which stations are open based on temperature, air quality, and overall conditions. You will implement systems and adjustments as camp needs evolve., and ensure all games and supplies are clean, organized, and easily accessible while guiding staff to do the same. This role requires strong leadership, adaptability, and the ability to think proactively while remaining calm and organized in a constantly changing environment.

Sewing Lead
As a Sewing Lead, you will oversee your own classroom that we call the “The Sewing Room: This is a creative, hands-on space designed for creativity, exploration, and focus. This room features multiple stations, including crochet, hand sewing, pom-pom making, and sewing machines. The Sewing Lead is responsible for managing the overall space and program, ensuring it remains creatively intuitive, safe, organized, and well-stocked so campers can jump right in with confidence. You’ll help maintain the “intentional calm” that allows kids to focus, create, and thrive. This role requires strong organization and time-management skills, proficiency in basic sewing techniques and machine use, and the ability to stay focused on detailed work for extended periods. The Sewing Room also contains the largest variety of supplies, making inventory organization and upkeep a key responsibility.

Role Summary

• Lead your space with safety, organization, and engagement
• Encourage campers’ choice, creativity, and confidence while managing risk
• Support campers’ emotional and physical well-being, including daily check-ins
• Collaborate with Directors, learn the “why” behind decisions
• Create calm while multitasking in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Implement and improve systems to maximize efficiency and engagement

Ready to Apply?

We encourage you to check out our website to learn more about Jen’s Camp and what makes us unique. As you can see from the job description, putting in the effort matters to us, and we value candidates who demonstrate this from the start.

We’re excited to meet you and see how you can help our campers flourish. Let’s make this Summer unforgettable!