Camp Counselor

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to supervise children in a vibrant camp environment. This role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of campers while fostering positive relationships and encouraging youth leadership. You will engage with families, plan developmentally appropriate activities, and adhere to safety protocols. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and have a commitment to equity and inclusion, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values community, collaboration, and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience with children in camp preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises children and activities, ensuring safety at all times.
• Builds positive relationships with youth and communicates with families.
• Participates in training and adheres to youth protection policies.

Skills

Child Supervision

Relationship Building

Communication

Problem Solving

Cultural Awareness

Education

High School Graduate

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Whatcom Family YMCA - Bellingham, WA

Position Type: Seasonal

Salary Range: $19.80 - $19.80 Hourly

Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises children and program activities, ensuring awareness of each camper's location at all times.
• Follows policies, procedures, and standards, including safety, emergency, behavior guidance, and child abuse prevention; makes ADA accommodations; maintains program site, equipment, and records.
• Nurtures children through purposeful, culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate programming aligned with Y’s values.
• Builds positive relationships with youth; models relationship-building skills.
• Encourages youth leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and reflection opportunities.
• Communicates regularly with parents/caregivers about child's progress; connects families to the Y.
• Participates in family nights, activities, staff meetings, and training.
• Supervises and coaches volunteer Jr. Counselors; reports performance to Camp Director.
• Adheres to policies protecting youth from abuse, including screening, training, supervision, and responding to allegations; communicates commitment to youth protection.
• Follows mandated reporting requirements.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status, or other identities. Our work focuses on eliminating barriers, disparities, and supporting families and future leaders.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

• Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community, Volunteerism, Philanthropy, Change Leadership
• Building Relationships: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Inclusion
• Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Fiscal Management, Innovation, Program/Project Management
• Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional Maturity

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be 18+ and a high school graduate or equivalent.
2. Experience with children in camp preferred.
3. Experience in outdoor living, camping, music, skits, sports, aquatics, or recreational games preferred.
4. Ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
5. Experience with diverse populations; ability to build positive relationships across backgrounds.
6. Current CPR (Adult, Infant & Child) and First Aid, AED certifications.
7. Complete Praesidium Child Abuse prevention training within 15 days of hire.
8. Must have or be obtaining:

- Negative TB Test

- HIV/Bloodborne Pathogen training

- MERIT ID account

- DCYF Required Trainings

- Food Handlers Card

- Cleared Portable Background Check from MERIT

- MMR Immunization Record

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements include sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to supervise activities safely, the ability to lead in various settings, and visual acuity for close and distant vision. The environment is usually moderate to high noise level. Reasonable accommodations are made for individuals with disabilities.