Camp Counselor

YMCA of Greater Louisville•Brandenburg, KY

53d•$400•Onsite

About The Position

As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a difference. The Y is looking for energetic, enthusiastic servant leaders to uphold the mission of the YMCA, and demonstrate behaviors that reflect a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature. STARTING SALARY: $400+/week (DOE) SHIFT: Sunday – Friday, daily hourly breaks, housing and meals provided

Requirements

Team player with personal commitment to YMCA Mission, Philosophy & Character Development Values

Responsibilities

Oversee a cabin group for duration of camp session
Reside in cabin with program participants
Ensure the emotional, mental, and physical safety of all participants
Complete required paperwork in timely manner
Work in tandem with other Camp Counselors and camp staff to create a safe and welcoming experience for all
Ensure cleanliness of cabins, units, and program areas
Effectively manage camper behavior and homesickness
Inform leadership staff of any camper concerns
Ability to accept guidance and supervision
Ability to demonstrate enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, self-control, maturity, responsibility, sound judgment, and good decision-making skills
Be of good character, and in sympathy with the goals and objectives of YMCA Camp Piomingo
Other duties as assigned