Lead Summer Camp Counselor

The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward.

We are seeking enthusiastic and passionate Lead Summer Camp Counselors to facilitate a fun-filled program of engaging and safe educational experiences for campers aged 6-13 years. As part of The Henry Ford's Learning & Engagement team, you will have the opportunity to help shape and lead an outstanding program. If you are an energetic self-starter who will help spark innovation in the next generation, please apply!

Role Responsibilities

• Facilitate and lead pre-designed programs with the purpose of providing high quality, fun, engaging, safe and educational experiences for campers
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all campers by knowing and applying all camp policies and emergency procedures
• Effectively lead counselors and volunteers to deliver fun and engaging daily programming
• Maintain accurate records, including daily attendance and incident documentation
• Maintain camp spaces, materials and daily flow
• Communicate effectively and professionally with campers, families and colleagues
• Prepare in the pre-season by reviewing curriculum and schedules, practicing facilitation, and organizing counselor onboarding during training
• Uphold The Henry Ford and Learning & Engagement guidelines for program delivery
• Perform other duties as assigned

Scheduling requirements:

• Must be available for the following dates:
• Invention Convention US Nationals: June 3 – 5, 2026
• One shift required
  • Staff Training: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, June 6, 2026
    • June 15 – 19, 2026
    • Week A: June 22 – 26, 2026
    • Week B: July 6 – 10, 2026
    • Week C: July 13 – 17, 2026
    • Week D: July 20 – 24, 2026
    • Week E: July 27 – 31, 2026
    • Camp Wrap-up: August 3 – 4, 2026

Your Qualifications

• 18 years of age of older
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Special Education experience and/or ELL certification preferred

Special Skills:

• Collaborative team player committed to building a positive camp environment
• Passionate about working with and supporting youth
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop counselors
• Confident supervising large groups of children in structured and unstructured settings
• Self-directed professional who thrives with minimal supervision
• Creative problem-solver who adapts quickly to dynamic camp needs
• Highly organized multi-tasker able to manage competing priorities effectively

Additional Requirements & Important Dates

• Must be available to work camp training (could be scheduled on Saturdays), prep week, 5 weeks of camp, and 2 clean up days - June 7th-August 5th, (off week of July 4th)
• Must be willing to work an average of 5 hours per week remotely prior to the start of camp to assist in the preparation of lessons and activities.
• New employee training is mandatory at the end of May
• Lead Counselor hours are 8:30am – 4pm, M-F
• We are flexible and open to part-time or full-time
• Camp training is required (can be on Saturdays)
• Counselors are often outdoors and will be active all day – must have stamina and a sunny disposition

Please note that this job description is subject to modifications at any time to meet the evolving requirements of our institution.

Respect, inclusion, and opportunity for people of all backgrounds will attract the best ideas to THF and help us shape a more vibrant future. By honoring and celebrating people's diversity, THF can bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work and community. Achieving diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility is a continuous process, which, we believe, will contribute to a sustainable and inclusive world. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify with or belong to marginalized communities.

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