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YMCA Camp Willson- Overnight Camp Counselor

Have the best summer ever at our 500 acre memory maker!

The YMCA’s awesome Camp Willson, located in Bellefontaine, is seeking enthusiastic, patient, and sometimes silly Camp Counselors for the summer!  Our counselors supervise and lead groups of campers in programming that is safe, fun, and engenders in them a life-long love of camp.  Staff will oversee groups of kids in the boys and girls bunks, so room and board is provided!

Staff will be expected to start training May 27, 2025 with camp ending August 9, 2025.

Benefits:

  • FREE YMCA Membership for you and your household 
  • 40+ hours of paid training (including American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certifications)
  • Fun, outdoor-based programming
  • Discounted programs 
  • Fast paced, supportive work environment
  • Rewarding work making a positive impact on young people
  • Opportunities for year-round employment
  • Opportunity for internships may be available

As an Overnight Camp Counselor, you'll take on a pivotal role in providing direct guidance to campers during their immersive overnight experience. Your dynamic contribution as a cause-driven member of the YMCA summer team involves executing engaging programs, fostering a safe and lively environment, and assisting in overall camp administration.

We're not just counselors; we're stewards of unforgettable camp adventures. If you're ready to embrace the challenges of overnight camp life, dedicated to creating a positive and active atmosphere, and eager to contribute to a transformative summer experience, we invite you to join our team. As part of the YMCA family, we're adaptable and ready to meet any internship needs that arise, ensuring a collaborative and fulfilling journey at YMCA Camp Willson.

Requirements

 

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 17 years old 
- Ability to coordinate, organize, and teach activities in one or more of the following specialized program areas:  Aquatics, Creative Arts, Outdoor Living skills, or Sports and Fitness.
-Must have enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control
- Passionate belief in the Y’s cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people and finding ways to help and support our neighbors.
- Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the respective roles of volunteers and staff.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
- Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations.