Summer Day Camp Counselor (2663)
About The Position
☀️Create the BEST SUMMER EVER as a Day Camp Counselor☀️ Earn extra cash while creating unforgettable memories as a YMCA Seasonal Summer Day Camp Counselor. Spend your days leading exciting activities, guiding kids through awesome field trips, helping them stay engaged between school years, and making a splash (literally!) while keeping everyone safe at the pool. Find your local Y and apply to be the best Summer Day Camp Counselor ever. 🏊♀️🎨⚽️ Required Trainings: In order to work for the YMCA this summer, all day camp hires are required to attend all assigned summer day camp trainings. At the Y, we believe that training is an essential component of running a safe and engaging youth development program. All required training is paid. Additional training and on-site program prep will also be required. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Learn about our incredible seasonal benefits! Get ready to be a valued part of our YMCA family! Here's a glimpse of the fantastic benefits awaiting you in this role:
Requirements
- Must be 18 years old or older
- Passion for working with elementary and middle school children in a recreational enrichment setting
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to create a safe and welcoming environment for all
- Eagerness to contribute to a diverse and inclusive community
- Ability to attend all pre-camp trainings and development session
- Current YMCA approved CPR/First Aid/AED certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire. (We offer paid CPR/First Aid/AED courses all summer!)
Responsibilities
- Leading exciting activities
- Guiding kids through awesome field trips
- Helping them stay engaged between school years
- Keeping everyone safe at the pool
Benefits
- Flexible schedules: Work up to 40 hours per week, based on need.
- Free Access to All 29 Greater LA Branches: Dive into fun and fitness anytime, anywhere across our vibrant community of facilities.
- Give Your Kids the Best! Enjoy free before and after school childcare at select locations for your little ones, along with complimentary sports and youth classes - it's a win-win for everyone! (some limitations apply)
- Celebrate Your Health & Well-being: We believe in self-care, so enjoy one paid Wellness day off annually dedicated entirely to your wellness and rejuvenation and we offer paid sick leave.
- Get Active & Creative with the Whole Family: Grab a 20% discount on our exciting LA Y programs and treat yourself to a myriad of activities designed to keep you energized and inspired!
- Adventure Awaits: Enjoy a whopping 25% discount on day camps for your kids, creating memorable experiences for them while you save big.
- Plan for the Future: We'll help you start preparing for tomorrow with a 10% Y Retirement Fund contribution (upon eligibility) and access to the Y Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan (tax-deferred and Roth options), immediately upon hire.
- Lifelong Learning: Embrace growth with paid training, leadership development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your professional goals.
- Financial Wellness Matters: Staff are able to enjoy access to Rize Credit Union and can save big on everyday purchases with several discount programs, including access to PerkSpot and monthly discounts on many major cell phone carrier bills!
- That's Not All: There is a treasure trove of additional perks waiting for you!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
