Lump Sum Position Wk 1 Dance Camp Counselor

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PERIOD ACTIVITY PAY of $500

Meals and room included for counselors.

Hours

Sunday, July 19 – Friday, July 24, 2026 (Week 1)

Housing meeting before check-in through dorm room check-out

Job Description

Students applying to serve as a camp counselor must:

Be energetic and enthusiastically engage all campers throughout the entire camp. Stive to ensure that all campers have a positive experience and answer questions about attending UWSP.

Complete all required hiring paperwork and trainings.

Follow rules as outlined in the UWSP Residence Hall responsibilities. 

Understand and enforce camp rules and policies.

Maintain head counts of assigned campers. Inform camp director if a camper is missing.

Live in the residence halls with campers for the duration of camp. Develop, lead and engage campers with evening social activities. (Residential camps only.)

Escort assigned campers to all areas of activity (classes, tours, meals, social activities).

Assist instructor in classroom as requested by instructor(s).

Help maintain a safe and positive camp experience for all attendees.

Work collaboratively with other counselors and camp staff.

Be a role model – encourage integrity, confidence, and teamwork.

Help recruit and welcome future students, families, and counselors to UWSP.

Demonstrate a prevention mind set in keeping campers safe during camp.

Duties as assigned by program manager and camp director.

Required Qualifications

Students applying for this position must pass a Criminal Background Check with Position of Trust for Vulnerable Populations and Misconduct Reference Check.

Students applying for this position must also complete any required trainings for youth policy.

Excellent organization, communication and teamwork skills.

Ability to be flexible, adaptable and team oriented.

Students must also complete UWSP Housing training prior to the start of camp.

Remain calm and assist campers during any potential emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications

Have prior experience working with and supervising youth.

Pursing degree within School of Performing Arts major/minor/certificate.

Possess a solid knowledge of UWSP Campus and housing policies.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Supplement Application Requirements

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Hiring Committee

Hiring Committee Chair: Rebecca Wirkus

Contact Information

For specific position details and questions: Rebecca Wirkus rwirkus@uwsp.edu

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The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.