Head Summer Camp Counselor

River Crossing YMCA•Allentown, PA

About The Position

The Head Summer Camp Counselor works at the YMCA in Allentown, Pennsylvania, supporting children and teens in the summer camp community. The role involves helping campers reach their potential, supporting age-appropriate goals, and contributing to the YMCA community. The position is part-time, seasonal, and hourly, with pay of $13.00–$17.00 per hour. The counselor supervises campers during daily activities, including swimming, reinforces positive behavior and sportsmanship, supports lesson plans and camp objectives, and helps ensure a safe environment. The role also involves building and maintaining strong relationships with members and parents. The YMCA provides training, opportunities to learn and grow, and support from the team.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

  • Two or more years working with children and teens in a camp setting is a plus.
  • A completed or in-progress degree in education or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Safely supervise campers through daily activities, including swimming.
  • Reinforce positive behaviors, teach proper sportsmanship, and bring enthusiasm to each camp day.
  • Support lesson plans and camp objectives and ensure a safe environment for all campers.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with members and parents.

Benefits

  • Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
  • Flexible work schedule.
  • Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
  • Training on role expectations.
  • Opportunities to learn and grow.
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