Summer Camp Lead Counselor (2027)
About The Position
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Summer Camp Lead Counselor at Foothills Area YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families. Helps to supervise children, staff, and program activities. Assists the Camp Coordinator with their duties. Helps to plan the activities, crafts, games, etc. for the Camp program. Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the Y (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies); makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records. Nurtures children through purposeful programming; plans activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are culturally relevant, are developmentally appropriate, and are consistent with the Y’s values. Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth; models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and make decisions and choices within the program and provides daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences. Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress; connects families to the Y. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Meets minimum age standards as established by state law and/or the Y.
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required.
- Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
- Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Ability to plan, lead, and participate in program activities in a variety of indoor and/or outdoor settings.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
- Attend required abuse risk management training.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma preferred.
- Previous experience working with children in a camp setting preferred.
- Previous experience in one or more of the following areas preferred: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, or recreational games.
- Previous experience working with diverse populations.
Responsibilities
- Supervise children, staff, and program activities.
- Assist the Camp Coordinator with their duties.
- Plan activities, crafts, and games for the Camp program.
- Follow all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the Y (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies).
- Make ADA accommodations where appropriate.
- Maintain the program site, equipment, and required program records.
- Nurture children through purposeful programming; plan activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are culturally relevant, are developmentally appropriate, and are consistent with the Y’s values.
- Create a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth; model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
- Provide opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and make decisions and choices within the program.
- Provide daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences.
- Provide and welcome ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress; connect families to the Y.
- Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
