Hood County Day Camp Counselor

YMCA Fort Worth • Granbury, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hood County YMCA is dedicated to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. As a Hood County Day Camp Counselor, you will play a key role in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for campers. You will lead activities that promote learning, teamwork, and personal growth, ensuring each child has a meaningful and memorable summer experience. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact in their community. This role requires enthusiasm, creativity, strong leadership skills, and a passion for working with children. Counselors will be responsible for supervising campers, leading activities, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive camp experience.Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture—it’s who we are. We don’t just show up—we show up with purpose.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and actively participate in physical activities.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention certification (or willingness to obtain before camp starts).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and actively engage with campers in daily activities, including sports, arts & crafts, outdoor adventures, and team-building exercises.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all campers.
• Lead and facilitate age-appropriate games and educational activities.
• Act as a role model, demonstrating YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Monitor camper behavior, provide positive reinforcement, and address conflicts when necessary.
• Assist in daily camp operations, including check-in, check-out, and maintaining organized activity areas.
• Communicate effectively with campers, parents, and fellow staff members.
• Follow all YMCA policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED