Summer Camp Counselor - Milwaukee & Racine Campuses

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is looking for a Summer Camp Counselor to join our youth programs team as a seasonal staff member to support our Milwaukee and Racine Campuses camps. WHS is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation and is excited to bring your skills to support our mission, which is to make a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love them.  The youth programs team engages young people through fun and educational programs throughout the year. This position will work 40 hours each week for 10 weeks, including a training week, June 10th-14th, and camp sessions June 17th-August 23rd (no camps the week July 1-5).  Summer camps engage young people who have completed grades 1-9 through animal interaction, arts and crafts, games, and educational activities. Most of the camp day takes place indoors at our campus facilities, but some time is spent outside each day weather permitting.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead campers through games, hands-on activities, presentations, and interactions with animals
• Facilitate high-impact camp programs in alignment with organizational resources and priorities
• Support youth program volunteers who assist with camp activities
• Provide a safe, interactive learning environment for campers and animals in a fast-paced environment
• Follow all camp and youth programs protocols, including safety protocols
• Monitor effectiveness of camp activities and programs and work with youth programs staff on any adjustments needed
• Set up and clean up camp space and classrooms
• Use organizationally aligned positive behavior strategies to support youth
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Ability to travel to both the Milwaukee and Racine Campuses
• Comfortable presenting to diverse groups of young people and communicating to a wide variety of audiences
• Dedicated to providing strong customer service
• Experience and ability to effectively work with young people who have completed grades 1-9 and meeting them where they are
• Works well with a team and can lead outlined activities with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate flexibility while juggling multiple responsibilities
• Comfortable handling dogs, cats, and small animals like rabbits and guinea pigs

Benefits

Full-time and part-time staff are eligible for the following benefits:

• 403(b) retirement plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 30% off adoption fees

• 30% off manners classes and behavior consultations

• 20% off youth programs

• Event discounts

• Animal Antics retail discounts

• Limited wellness/veterinary care services for companion animals

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please complete the Apply Now section at the top of this job page to begin your online employment application. Only applications submitted through our online application system may be considered. Please know that it is our policy to reply to each and every application received once we have a status update.

Come see why over 280 staff call one of WHS's 7 locations home! You'll be happy you did!

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Wisconsin Humane Society believes in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. WHS's success depends on engaging qualified people regardless of race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, veteran status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, arrest and/or conviction record (unless substantially related to the position held or sought), veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

The Wisconsin Humane Society is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin.  Founded in 1879, WHS operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Kenosha, Door, Brown, and Kenosha Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis. The organization offers adoption services, youth and outreach programs, veterinary resources for the community, retail stores, volunteer programs, and dog training classes. The Milwaukee shelter also houses the state's busiest Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group.  WHS maintains a four-star rating from Charity Navigator.