Arts & Earth Program Counselor

YMCA of Greater Seattle; Eastsound (WA); On-site; USD 13,837 - 16,605; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership to YMCA

Access to mental health resources

Paid time off available immediately

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking an Arts & Earth Program Counselor for its camp in Eastsound, WA. The role requires supervising and assisting campers, leading arts and crafts programs, and ensuring camper safety. Ideal candidates will have experience with children, certifications in CPR and First Aid, and enjoy outdoor activities. This is a full-time seasonal position offering a competitive daily rate.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1-2 years of experience in child supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in group activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist with camper supervision.
• Develop lesson plans for arts and crafts.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of all campers.

Skills

Supervising children

Planning group activities

CPR and First Aid certification

Outdoor physical activity

Education

Experience with children

Higher education or training

Job description

Overview

Arts & Earth (A&E) Program Counselor role at YMCA of Greater Seattle. Facilitates and supervises arts studio, earth sciences programs, and the Marine Salmon Center for campers and participants at Camp Orkila, Orcas Island, WA. Includes art projects, saltwater touch tank, outdoor activities, and supervision of a specific group of campers. Staff train under Unit Directors and perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll get from working at The Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
• Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Compensation

HIRING RANGE: $75/day. Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for the second season: $80/day; third season: $85/day; four or more seasons: $90/day.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and assists with camper supervision. Ensures all campers are accounted for and safe at all times.
• Develops lesson plans, teaches, and facilitates arts and crafts, marine and earth sciences programs that are developmentally appropriate and promote camper skill and character development. Leads and assists with all-camp events.
• Provides leadership and supervision to teen leaders placed with the program. Maintains high standards of housekeeping in bathrooms, cabins, and main lodge.
• Assists in keeping program equipment in working condition and available. Maintains program areas in a safe and orderly condition.
• Communicates personal or camper needs to supervisor in a timely manner. Assists in camper check-in/check-out off site.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings. Maintains relevant American Camping Association standards. Follows YMCA policies and procedures including medical, disciplinary, child abuse prevention, and emergencies. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Current certifications in CPR and First Aid
• 1-2 years of experience with children (camps, childcare, tutoring, nannying, coaching)
• Demonstrated experience planning and implementing group activities
• Ability to participate in activities involving physical outdoor activity (hiking, boating, camping, swimming) and to relate to parents/caregivers, campers, and staff professionally

Preferred Education and Experience

• One or more years of applicable education, training, and experience
• Knowledge of/diverse populations and ability to speak additional languages may be helpful
• Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building

Code of Conduct and Equal Opportunity

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

Work Environment

This is a seasonal residential camp role, operating indoors and outdoors. Staff typically live in shared cabins with campers or with other staff. Housing depends on position and availability.

Physical Demands

The role requires the ability to talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands, reach, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Includes visual requirements such as close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Position Type / Hours

This is a full-time, seasonal camp position. The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training and staff meetings. This position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per Washington State law.

Travel

Position is onsite at camp; travel required will be by YMCA Authorized Drivers.

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