Junior Camp Counselor
About The Position
As a secondary staff person, the Junior Camp Counselor is responsible for the safety, well-being and supervision of the campers. All assigned duties will be performed in a manner reflecting the YMCA of the USA character development traits of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. Who Are We? The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Requirements
- Must be at least 15–17 years old
- Prior experience working with children, preferred
- DHS licensed sites require staff who are 15-17 years old to be enrolled in and/or have completed Early Childhood Education classes.
- Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic
- Attend all required pre-camp and camp season training and meetings as scheduled
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers in the group and camp-wide and ensure a risk-free environment for all.
- Assist with the implementation of activities in accordance with the camp schedule.
- Maintain positive relationships with campers, parents, and staff.
- Organize and maintain camp equipment, supplies, and property.
- Actively participate in all aspects of the day camp schedule as assigned.
- Maintain camp records including, but not limited to accident & incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance documents.
- Maintain expectations of the YMCA guidelines for requirements/ratio and help others do the same.
- Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
