SUMMER DAY CAMP COUNSELOR

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina•Clinton, NC

24d•$14 - $15

About The Position

A Summer Camp Counselor provides leadership and guidance for a group of campers, ensuring a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. A Summer Camp Counselor creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Under the direction of the Youth Services & Athletics Program Director, the Summer Camp Counselor will be responsible for assisting with the planning, development and implementation of program activities. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA.
This position requires experience working with youth.
Willingness to have fun, laugh, and be silly.
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to maintain control of an area despite noise or distractions
Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people
CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (within 30 days of hire)
Completion of Child Abuse Prevention training (within 30 days of hire)
Ability to implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate activities
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Lift items (up to 20 lbs)
Carry items (up to 20 lbs)
Must be able to communicate verbally with good voice projection

Responsibilities

Supervise campers during all activities (games, art, music, swimming, outdoor play).
Plan and lead a progressive camp program supporting mental, physical, and spiritual growth.
Create opportunities that build camper awareness and personal development.
Ensure every camper has a fun, positive camp experience.
Model good behavior in punctuality, manners, language, appearance, and health.
Promote respect and care for camp facilities and the outdoors.
Build group unity by making all campers feel included.
Maintain communication with parents as needed and support positive public relations.
Monitor attendance, camper safety, and always know the group’s whereabouts—never leave campers unattended.
Maintain equipment, records, cleanliness, attend trainings, and report needs or unusual situations to the Youth Site Coordinator.