Job Description

Day Camp Counselor-Part Time

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor is responsible for providing program leadership in a day camp group. The Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor will assist the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director with various branch activities such as special events, and other activities that occur on various occasions.

• Leadership for specific camper group
• Maintain discipline within camper group
• Follow emergency procedures in case of accidents
• Remain with camper group at all times
• Plan and implement open period activities
• Maintain camp equipment
• Maintain reports and attendance records
• Follow established camp procedures and guidelines
• Follow the YMCA mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all

Qualifications:

• Exposure to small structured group
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Interest in children and significant evidence of emotional maturity, good moral character, judgment, integrity and leadership capability.
• Ability to create and work within a Christian environment so that each camper has the opportunity for spiritual growth.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and circumstances
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR
• Carrying, sitting, seeing, hearing, speaking, running, crouching, lifting (25lbs), and walking

Pay Range: $10 per hour YMCA of Upper Palmetto

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Summer work,

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