Summer Camp Youth Counselor (Temporary)

Lead. Inspire. Make an Impact. – Become a Summer Youth Supervisor!

Starting Pay: $18.50/hour
Seasonal / Summer Only
Training: May 26 – June 1

Summer School: June 2 – July 29
• Full Day: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (No Fridays)

• Half Day: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM (No Fridays)
 

Looking for a meaningful summer role where you can guide, mentor, and support youth? As a Summer Youth Supervisor, you’ll lead young people through work, recreational, and academic activities that build life skills—while ensuring a safe, positive environment every day.

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Provide leadership and supervision of youth during work-related, recreational, and academic activities
• Ensure safety, appropriate behavior, and positive peer relationships
• Train youth, monitor progress, and communicate updates with appropriate personnel
• Follow safety policies, report concerns, and participate in required training
• Perform activities in both indoor and outdoor settings

Who We’re Looking For:
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 20 years of age required. Age requirement may be higher based on site location, local contracts, or Federal/State contract requirements.
• Previous experience with youth care preferred
• Individuals who can communicate professionally and maintain confidentiality
• Strong leaders who can guide youth, redirect behavior, and build trust
• Those able to make sound decisions in sensitive or high-risk situations
• Knowledge of the Boys Town Model is a plus

Physical & Safety Requirements:
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments
• Adherence to all safety, boundary, and mandated reporting requirements

Shape young lives this summer. Lead with purpose. Apply today and start making a difference!

• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.

• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Reasonably expected to have and maintain sufficient, agility, and endurance to perform all job requirements (including stressful situations physically, mentally, and emotionally) encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees, youth, or families. Must have sufficient ability to see, hear, speak, and mobility (including standing and walking continuously for extended periods of time) to monitor youth, assist and perform daily household chores, complete work assignments, and participate in activities with youth. Subject to outside environmental conditions (including wind, rain, extreme heat, drastic temperature changes) frequently and inside conditions occasionally. Includes constant interruptions, inappropriate behaviors, and the potential for verbal and physical threats from youth.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities.  A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location.  Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.   Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.  We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.