Assistant Counselor Summer Day Camp
Grand Traverse Bay YMCA•Traverse City, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
The Assistant Camp Counselor is responsible for providing a fun and safe environment for children to play, learn and grow. This position will help and lean in to support the lead counselors and camp director. The Y strives to live its cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined.
Requirements
- At least 16 years of age
- Will need to provide three letters of recommendation
- Must be able to pass a Child Abuse & Neglect background check through DHHS if 18 years of age or older
- Responsible, dependable, enthusiastic and able to communicate effectively
- Strong understanding of the YMCA mission and adhere to YMCA values
- Must be willing to work flexible hours from 6/15/2026 through 8/21/2026
- Current Adult/Child CPR and First Aid Certification before 6/15/2026 (internal training provided)
Nice To Haves
- A required 30-hour training week will take place between 6/8/26 and 6/12/26
- CPR/AED and First Aid required before 6/15/2026
Responsibilities
- Assisting with before and after care
- Assist Lead Counselors with daily camp activities
- Ability to lead and assist in varied group activities and daily routine
- Communication to director regarding issues and or concerns
- Arriving to work on time and prepared to start the day with a positive attitude toward each child, coworker and inquiring parents while wearing the designated camp shirt and ID lanyard at all times
- Other duties assigned by immediate supervisor
Benefits
- Does not include nights or weekends
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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