Day Camp Counselor - Southeast or Northwest Y
FLSA Status: Seasonal, Non-Exempt
Location: Positions available at our Southeast Y and Northwest Y branches
Reports to: Youth and Family Program Coordinators
Hourly Rate: $13.00 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Camp Counselor’s main task is to be a role model for campers. As a leader, the counselor is responsible for promoting friendship, fun, and rewarding experiences for campers in a safe, positive environment.
Camp Counselors are needed for multiple age groups:
Preschool: In addition to counselor skills, we are looking for staff who have experience or interest in working with children ages 3-5 specifically. Staff hours can range from 4-7 hours per day. Staff are expected to be flexible, as there will be times that they need to move between the different age groups of preschoolers.
Elementary: This is for children ages 6-8. Staff hours are about 7 hours per day, 32-35 hours weekly. Flexibility is a must in camp. Staff will help in different age groups as needed.
Upper Elementary/Teen: Children ages 9 and up, 8:30 am-3:30 pm. Staff hours are the same as Elementary.
Extended Day: This position is ideal for someone who is looking for a first job, shorter time commitment, or would like to gain experience working with youth. In extended day, staff have the opportunity to work with different ages of children, and are very important to our extended day program! Hours are from 3:00-6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, so this position is perfect for someone wanting to gain work experience and still have time in the summer for other activities. Extended day staff also have the opportunity to work in other areas of camp during the day, as substitutes are needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Able to communicate effectively with campers, parents, and camp staff.
- Personable and positive in your approach to learning and fun.
- Understand character development as chief mission of YMCA and personally exhibits a commitment to this goal in all YMCA operations.
- Cooperate with fellow counselors.
- Able to follow directives of Camp Leadership Team.
- Attend all training sessions prior to camp and all meetings scheduled thereafter.
- Participate in planning and preparation of each week’s activities.
- Update and prepare materials at least two weeks prior to starting session.
- Prepare for the day’s events ahead of time and have all materials ready prior to 8:45 am.
- Arrive at check-in no later than 8:45 am. Be available for questions, help out with reluctant children, or be at your assigned post.
- Know and follow all YMCA emergency procedures.
- Know how many campers are present every day. Count campers at each change of activity: beginning, ending, and once in between.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Support YMCA mission and exemplify high personal character development.
- Strong oral and written communication skills including listening first and relationship-building skills.
- Leadership, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
- A good understanding of risk management and safety in the workplace.
- Self-motivated and service-minded attitude.
- Staff must be available for the duration of summer camp, May 22 through July 28 with a maximum of 5 vacation days allowed.
- In order to work, staff must also complete First Aid, CPR, and BBP training before Camp begins on May 22. Please note these training programs are provided by the organization.
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:
The YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental, and physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.