Overnight Camp Counselor - Camp Campbell
About The Position
Camp Counselors supervise, engage, and lead a group of campers through daily camp activities and serve as their primary caregivers during their stay. They create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where campers can learn, grow, and build positive relationships. Counselors actively participate in or lead camp programs and act as positive role models. Counselors help ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants by following camp policies, monitoring camper behavior, and responding appropriately to situations. They encourage camper involvement, teamwork, and respect, and help resolve conflicts constructively. Additional responsibilities may include planning and setting up activities, supervising transitions, communicating with camp leadership about camper needs or concerns, and ensuring camp facilities and equipment are used safely. Counselors work collaboratively with other staff to provide a safe, memorable, engaging, and rewarding camp experience. The salary range is $790.00–$800.00 per week.
Requirements
- Good decision-making skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to understand and follow directions.
- Positive attitude.
- Desire and ability to work in a camp setting.
- CPR and First Aid certification; certification can be obtained upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Prior camp staff experience or equivalent experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Create opportunities for every camper to participate, develop skills, and experience success in a supportive summer camp environment.
- Encourage and assist campers in achieving personal goals while supporting camp program developmental objectives.
- Follow procedures for camper supervision, health, and safety, and comply with camp policies and regulations.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe program areas, equipment, and activity spaces.
- Identify potential risks or hazards and promptly report concerns to supervisory staff.
- Actively supervise campers during activities, transitions, meals, and events.
- Monitor attendance and maintain accurate camper records throughout the day.
- Foster an inclusive environment that promotes teamwork, respect, and personal growth.
- Participate in staff trainings, orientations, and meetings.
- Plan, set up, implement, and clean up camp activities and special events.
- Contribute cooperatively to the camp staff team and the success of the camp program.
- Model and teach the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
- Uphold camp policies, procedures, and standards and encourage accountability among campers and staff.
- Build positive relationships with parents, guardians, visitors, and community members through professional, courteous interactions.
- Remain alert to hazards, behavioral concerns, and environmental risks, using visual and auditory awareness.
- Respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies, accidents, and behavioral incidents.
- Help resolve conflicts constructively and communicate with camp leadership about camper needs or concerns.
- Ensure camp facilities and equipment are used safely and responsibly.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support camp operations and camper needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
