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Extended School Enrich1235 Central Park Dr ECarmel lists this Head Counselor opportunity in carmel, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Head Counselor
Job Category: Entry Level Requisition Number: HEADC
Posted: June 15, 2026 Part-Time Rate: $17 USD per hour Carmel, IN 46032, USA
Description
Position Title: Head Counselor *$1,000 New Hire Bonus*
Division: Extended School Enrichment/Summer Camp Series
Reports To: Site Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt; Part-Time; Starting at $17 per hour *$1,000 New Hire Bonus*
Purpose of Position:
Looking for an enthusiastic leader to help our team create a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for participants enrolled in school-year and summer programs. Build relationships with participants as you help them develop new skills and make friends.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead site-specific part-time staff
Manage participant behavior in a positive, respectful manner
Plan, create, organize, and facilitate a variety of daily enrichment and academic activities
Implement and model respect for all spaces and materials used
With team, supervise up to 125+ children, from ages 5-15
Attend and participate in meetings and trainings
Enforce applicable rules and regulations with program participants
Ensure adherence to established safety procedures
Follow program structure
Provide CPR/first aid
Ensure first aid supplies and emergency equipment are in order and accessible
Maintain reliable attendance to maintain safety and the staff to child ratio
Consistently model and guide participants in character development
Communicate with parents/guardians or visitors; provide assistance and initiate problem resolution
Assist with discipline cases involving program participants
Inform the public about programs and department policies and procedures in a polite and effective manner
Responsible for input of participant data
Maintain a safe and clean work environment
Perform other related work as required
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:
Enthusiastic and positive attitude
Excellent communication skills with parents, teachers, and other childcare workers
Ability to learn and enforce the safety and operating rules
Ability to maintain attention and high level of motivation and enthusiasm for extended periods of time
Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents/guardians
Some knowledge of childcare principles and procedures
Qualifications Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:
Must be at least 18 years of age and have access to reliable transportation
Must have a high school diploma or GED
Must be able to commit to 1:45-6:15pm shift, Monday thru Friday (school year) and an 8 hour shift, Monday thru Friday (summer)
At least one year of youth work experience preferred
Must pass a background check that encompasses national, state and local searches
*Restrictions Apply*
The Carmel/Clay Board of Parks and Recreation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or marital status, ancestry, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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 notice from the Department of Labor.
Worksite address
carmel, IN, 46033, US
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