Camp Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Completion of CIT or LIT training, or at least one year of experience working with children in a residential camp environment, required.
• Ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Physical ability to lead and participate in group activities, including standing, hiking, and/or climbing for extended periods.
• Criminal clearance, including fingerprints, required.
• Health screening with a negative TB test and negative drug test required.
• Must complete all required online training.
• Must be able to live on-site during the program season.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or moving up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working with youth in Outdoor Education, Resident Camp, Day Camp, Summer Camp, or a similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants in Outdoor Education programs and ensure their safety and supervision.
• Stay overnight in a cabin with up to 12 children three to four nights per week.
• Notify the immediate supervisor of incidents and low or needed supplies.
• Assist with and take responsibility for assigned cabin activities.
• Inspect activity areas for hazards, establish boundaries, and support participant safety and well-being.
• Integrate respect for the backgrounds and needs of participants and staff into program planning and implementation.
• Maintain a positive role-model attitude.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and other YMCA functions as required by the supervisor.
• Maintain open communication with Branch Directors, Lease Group Leaders, participants, staff, and the supervisor.
• Teach Outdoor Education and/or recreation programming.
• Lead activities such as archery, field games, and the climbing tower using effective teaching and leadership skills.
• Provide quality instruction using effective teaching and leadership techniques.
• Take responsibility for assigned camp program areas or activities, including developing rules and procedures, ensuring adequate supplies, and maintaining or improving equipment and facilities.
• Follow rules, operating procedures, and instructions; properly carry and use necessary equipment; and follow established emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.