Camp Duncan Summer 2025 Overnight Camp Counselor

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Ingleside (IL); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in youth development is seeking enthusiastic Overnight Camp Counselors for the Summer 2025 season at Camp Duncan. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about working with children and can serve as positive role models. Counselors will lead a variety of recreational activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for all campers. With comprehensive training and support, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. Join a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and help create unforgettable summer memories for campers!

Benefits

Housing provided

Meals provided

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Family gym membership

Continuous learning opportunities

Employee assistance programs

Discounts on programs

Company-sponsored events

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with prior youth experience.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for youth development.

Responsibilities

• Lead recreational activities and promote a positive camper experience.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers at all times.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Youth Engagement

Behavior Management

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in Camp Setting

Job description

Camp Duncan Summer 2025 Overnight Camp Counselor

Job Category: Recreation and Sports

Requisition Number: CAMPD004499

Posted: December 11, 2024

Part-Time, On-site

Location

YMCA Camp Duncan
Ingleside, IL 60041, USA

Description

YMCA Camp Duncan is now hiring Overnight Camp Counselors for the 2025 Summer Camp Season!

The Overnight Camp Counselor serves as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors, and create a positive camper experience. The Overnight Camp Counselor ensures that each youth has adequate supervision, including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time.

Pay range starts at $840 bi-weekly, housing & meals provided

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. We offer numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees, along with access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs.
• A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Promotes the YMCA and provides outstanding customer service by creating an outstanding camper experience for children, parents, and families.
• Leads recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songfests, nature hikes, archery, and other games and hobbies.
• Teaches socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
• Communicates consistently with supervisor, team leader, unit leader, and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule.
• Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities.

Camp Safety

• Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety-conscious, following all established YMCA standards, and critically evaluating situations for potential risks.
• Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety, monitors campers and counselors, and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary.
• Sets up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use.
• Works to keep camp facilities clean at all times.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the first day of camp.
• Must have prior experience working with youth; previous experience in a camp setting strongly preferred.
• Relevant specialty experience for positions supporting specialty camps.
• Commitment to, and passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts.
• Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide high-quality instruction using age-appropriate practices.
• Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model.
• Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Y Team competencies in previous experience or practice.
• Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in the job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

Child Abuse Prevention

• Supports the commitment of the YMCA to child abuse prevention by reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard.
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs.
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures.
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.

Preferred Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them.
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.

Preferred Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility.