Summer Camp Counselor - Glens Falls Branch
Saratoga Regional YMCA•Glens Falls, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Saratoga Regional YMCA is hiring for Summer Camp Counselors. Under the direction of The Camp Director, the Day Camp Counselor leads a specific age group of children through a schedule of daily activities that allows children to learn and play at the same time, explore the community they live in, participate in sports and swimming and develop positive relationships. Day Camp counselors model the Y's leadership core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Requirements
- At least 16 years of age
- Passion for working with and nurturing children
- Experience interacting with children (youth programs, camp settings or related field)
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity
- Utilize effective communication skills
- Knowledge of group process collaborative style of working within a team
- Commitment to carry out YMCA mission, camp philosophy, and departmental goals
- Possess or be able to retain current First Aid, Oxygen, and CPR certifications (as required by the specific camp)
- Successfully complete YMCA provided First Aid, CPR, Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse Prevention Training upon hire
Responsibilities
- Lead a specific age group of children through a schedule of daily activities
- Allow children to learn and play at the same time
- Help children explore the community they live in
- Facilitate participation in sports and swimming
- Help children develop positive relationships
- Model the Y's leadership core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
Benefits
- Fun, interactive atmosphere!
- Competitive pay
- No Nights or weekends
- Free YMCA membership
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
