Summer Nature Camp Counselor
Company: Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: $15/HR Summer Nature
Camp Counselor Datesand Availability: Monday, June
1,2026,throughMonday,August17, 2026 Every weekMondaythrough Friday
from 8:00AM to 4:00PM Twounpaidholidays: June 19 and July3 Key
Duties and Responsibilities: Work with a partner to managegroups of
8-11campers 4-14 years old Supervise teenage volunteers
and/orcollege-agedinterns whoassistwith camps Work on a team and
communicate with other counselors and supervisors through the camp
day, including giving and receiving feedback Create a positive and
fun experience for campers by engaging campers with enthusiasm
through the camp day and supporting their growth and learning Work
collaboratively to lead daily activities, lessons, games, and
nature walks - some pre-planned, but with flexibility to create
activities within the camp structure Organize and prepare camp
materials, including set up before camp and putting materials away
after camp Approachchallenges throughout the summer with
flexibility and resilience Work outdoors connecting others to the
outdoors through the entire day and in all weather conditions
Requirements: Applicants must havea strong interest in nature and a
desire to share it with children Applicants must have the strength
to lift at least 30 pounds Applicants must be at least 18 years of
age Applicants maybe requiredto work in a variety of weather
conditions Compensation:$15.00/hr Hiring Timeline: Interviews(in
person oronline)will bescheduledduring the month of March.
Preliminary offerswill bemade at thebeginning of April. Wewill
provide guidance and support in obtaining the followingclearances,
whicharerequiredatthe beginning ofyour workexperience: PA State
Police Criminal History Clearance PA Child Abuse History Clearance
Proof of application for FBI fingerprinting background check PPC
background check Required trainings are provided during the first 2
weeks of employment: CPR, First Aid, Stop the Bleed, and PA
Mandated Reporter training
Keywords: Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Warren , Summer Nature Camp Counselor, Education / Teaching , Pittsburgh, Ohio
