Summer Camp YKI Counselor

NEW CANAAN COMMUNITY YMCA, INC.•New Canaan, CT

5d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for creating a positive, safe, and engaging camp experience for all participants. Counselors serve as role models, mentors, and leaders—ensuring that every camper feels included, supported, and inspired to grow. Through enthusiasm, creativity, and teamwork, counselors bring the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to life each day.

Requirements

Minimum age: 16 years (or as required by state and YMCA policies).
Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to be flexible, energetic, and positive in a fast-paced environment.
Must enjoy being outdoors and working with children.
CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before camp begins).

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and actively engage with a group of campers in daily camp activities, ensuring safety and fun at all times.
Plan and lead a variety of age-appropriate activities, including arts & crafts, sports, games, swimming, and special events.
Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages teamwork, confidence, and friendship among campers.
Serve as a positive role model for campers by demonstrating respect, leadership, and enthusiasm.
Support campers’ emotional and social development through encouragement, guidance, and patience.
Maintain effective communication with camp leadership, staff, and parents as needed.
Assist with setup, cleanup, and organization of camp spaces and materials.
Follow all YMCA policies, safety standards, and emergency procedures.
Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and special events as required.
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
Attend required abuse risk management training.
Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.