Division: Programs Department
Reports To: Programs Director
Overview: We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative individual to work with youth in an educational setting while engaging hands-on with animals through fun and meaningful activities. The Camp Counselor is responsible for supervising campers, managing daily camp activities, and maintaining consistent communication with parents.
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Implement humane education lessons, animal safety, animal interactions, crafts, and educational games
Provide a positive, safe, and interactive learning environment for campers at all times
Work well with youth ages 7 to 14 years
Supervise groups of up to 20 children at a time
Collaborate with the Programs Director to plan activities and prep supplies each day
Communicate with parents/guardians about each camper’s day
Maintain and clean the classroom after each day of camp
Knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of this position:
Follow the mission of CAA
Enjoy working with animals and have a genuine concern for their care and well-being.
Be familiar with all shelter Standard Operating Procedures and the Employee Manual.
Self-starter
Working knowledge of breeds, diseases, medical conditions, and animal handling and behavior.
Ability to handle animals safely and with patience and gentleness.
Ability to represent CAA in a professional manner in all situations with the public, volunteers, and staff.
Ability to create and sustain positive working relationships within CAA, with volunteers, the public, and be a team player.
Must be patient, courteous, and work well under stressful conditions.
Knowledge and ability to accurately work with detailed information in paper and computerized format.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to learn and quickly adapt to changes in programs and procedures.
Familiarity with basic word processing systems, medical data, and management programs.
Qualifications:
Experience working with children in a formal or informal educational setting
A minimum of one year of college
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Must pass a criminal background check
Current CPR certification or the ability to be certified in CPR
Physical Demands:
The work is performed in all areas of the shelter and at off-site events. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for short to moderate periods of time; lift and carry up to 40 pounds, climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects.
This is a seasonal position:
Pay: $12.50 per hour
Weekly Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30 am - 2:30 pm
Host Summer Camps: May 26, 2026 - July 24, 2026
Required Training: Week of May 18, 2026
Employee Classification: Non-exempt
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.
Email your resume to programs@caabr.org
