Camp Counselor at Camp Lowe

The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America; Leominster (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic camp team as a Camp Counselor, where you'll have the chance to inspire and engage youth aged 5-15 in a vibrant summer camp environment. This role involves leading activities, ensuring camper safety, and creating memorable experiences that foster personal growth and community spirit. With a focus on youth development and social responsibility, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young campers. If you are enthusiastic, adaptable, and ready for a summer filled with fun and learning, we invite you to apply and be part of an enriching experience!

Benefits

Access to YMCA facilities

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Desire and ability to work with children indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to teach an activity and relate to peers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a group of 10-20 campers in a day camp experience.
• Identify and meet camper needs while maintaining camp standards.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Positive Behavior Management

Adaptability

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

Do you have a desire and love to work with youth between the ages of 5-15? Do you have the ability to adapt to difficult situations and use positive behavior management techniques appropriately? If so, please consider applying and joining the Camp Lowe team!

We are looking for fun, creative, and engaging individuals to join our camp family for the Summer of 2025. Under the supervision of the Camp Director, Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising and leading a group of 10-20 campers through a high-quality day camp experience while identifying and meeting camper needs and maintaining YMCA day camp standards and DPH standards.

Location: Camp Lowe, 132 Fort Pond Inn Road, Lancaster MA 01523

Shift: Mondays-Fridays from 8:00am-4:30pm

Job Type: Summer Seasonal/Temporary; Camp runs from June 30th, 2025 to August 29th, 2025

Training:

1. Association Wide All Camp Staff Training on Saturday, June 7th (Location-TBD)
2. Pre-Camp training is required--dates TBD

Pay: $16.00 per hour for new hires, $16.50 for 1 year returning Camp Counselors, $17.00 for 2+ years returning Camp Counselors. Plus, access to YMCA facilities and Employee Assistance Program for all YMCA of Central Massachusetts employees.

If you are looking to have the best summer ever, please submit your online application today!

About Us:

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The YMCA of Central Massachusetts provides an environment that reflects, respects, and celebrates our differences and the richness of diversity, resulting in strengthening the foundation of community through our pillars of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA of Central Massachusetts is made up of our 6 branches throughout Worcester County: Central Community Branch (Worcester, MA), Greendale Family Branch (Worcester, MA), Boroughs Family Branch (Westborough, MA), Montachusett Community Branch (Fitchburg, MA), Leominster Community Branch (Leominster, MA), and Tri Community Branch (Southbridge, MA).

Minimum Requirements:

• Desire and ability to work with children indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to teach an activity.
• Ability to relate to one’s peer group.
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
• High School graduate or equivalent and at least 18 years of age.
• Critical Thinking, Decision Making, and Problem Solving Skills Required.