Summer Club Counselor - Montgomery Village

CounselorSeasonal

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Montgomery Village - Knoxville, TN 37920Position Type: SeasonalEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesStep into a summer of fun, creativity and impact at the Boys & Girls Club of the TN Valley!

We're on the hunt for vibrant, enthusiastic individuals aged 18+ who are eager to make a difference in the lives of children. As a Summer Club Counselor, you'll be the architect of extraordinary experiences designing and leading activities that turn every day into an adventure beyond the classroom walls.

Imagine a place where your creativity sets the stage for a summer filled with laughter, discovery, and inspiration. At the Montgomery Village Club, you'll have the opportunity to work in the supportive atmosphere of the Boys & Girls Club.

Here, every game, project and lesson is a chance to inspire and be inspired, fostering a sense of joy, belonging and growth among the kids and within yourself. Are you ready to unleash your potential and spark the imaginations of our youth?

Joins us for a summer where fun meets purpose, and where your passion for making a difference shines bright. Let's create a season of unforgettable memories and positive impact together!

Here are a list of job duties for the role: Implement programs and activities in areas such as tutoring, technology, games, health and recreation, arts and crafts, etc. for youth of all ages Supervise and monitor program areas to ensure safety of members Develop, post and follow weekly lesson plans under the direction of Program and Education Directors Participate in staff meetings and collaborate with the Club team Provide supervision in various program areas Promote and stimulate program participation Create opportunities for development of strengths and competencies Provide guidance and role modeling to members PREPARE YOUTH FOR SUCCESS: Know the Youth Development Strategy - Instill in youth a sense of Belonging, Usefulness, Influence and Competence (BUIC).

Create opportunities for development of strengths and competencies Provide guidance and role modeling to members ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: May participate in special programs and/or events May be required to be a monitor on the bus Complete trainings as required by licensing agency May be required to help out in multiple areas as needed Clean area and bathrooms as needed at the end of day May be required to work at other club locations Qualifications

Skills/Knowledge Required

High school diploma or GED required Experience working with children Knowledge of youth development Knowledge of Department of Education/DHS Licensing

Requirements

Ability to motivate youth and manage behavior problems Ability to deal with the general public Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth Ability to plan and implement quality programs for youth Must be flexible and be able to work well with other team members Ability to multitask Problem solving skills Must be CPR and First Aid Certified EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS: Must pass local, state and national criminal background checks Must pass TBI and DHS fingerprinting Must pass drug screening and pre employment physical PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Must be able to lift 40lbs Must be able to move quickly to keep up with youth Must be able to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more Must have clear vision and hearing to monitor children's safety and respond to their needs REQUIRED DATES Employees will be required to attend in person training the week of May 19th. Exact dates and times will be provided upon hire.

Key Responsibilities

Counselors will design and lead various activities such as tutoring, technology, games, health, recreation, and arts and crafts for youth of all ages while ensuring their safety and promoting program participation. They must also instill a sense of Belonging, Usefulness, Influence, and Competence (BUIC) in the youth through guidance and role modeling.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have experience working with children, along with knowledge of youth development principles. Applicants must also pass extensive employment screenings, including background checks and fingerprinting, and be certified in CPR and First Aid.

Key Skills

Program ImplementationActivity PlanningLesson PlanningCollaborationBehavior ManagementFlexibilityFirst Aid CertificationCPR Certification

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Summer Club Counselor - Montgomery Village at BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF THE TENNESSEE VALLEY a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in General Medicine (Counseling) — ranked against 63 active General Medicine (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

General Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active General Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 36% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

General Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.1% vs. the prior quarter (through May 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Sign-on bonus
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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 60% of General Medicine (Counseling) listings

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Living in Knoxville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$358k
Typical market rent
$1,712/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Knoxville, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley

Non-profit Organization Management
Knoxville, Tennessee
51-200 employees