Overnight Camp Counselor

YMCA of Metro Atlanta • Clayton, GA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities. NATURE AND SCOPE: Under the direction of the Resident Camp Program Leader, the Camp Counselor will be primarily responsible for supporting the Camp program and for the successful achievement of providing guidance, safety, leadership, values education and enjoyment for children served by camp.

Requirements

• 2 years in a resident camp setting.
• Required certifications current First Aid/CPR; must obtain any other certifications required for the position.
• Complete PPE and safety protocol training prior to first shift.
• A working knowledge of computers: MS Word, MS Excel, data base management.
• Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve and possess effective time management skills.
• Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Knowledge of the outdoors and environmental education.
• Pass a criminal background and drug screening check.
• Pass a Motor Vehicles Record and have own transportation.
• CPR within 30 days of employment and maintain throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop social distancing activities as needed.
• Implementation of programming that promotes social distancing and Safety Protocol
• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding day camp programs.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate and ensure that all day camp programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Metro Atlanta YMCA New Staff Orientation and Branch off-site Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.
• Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed