Childcare Day Camp Counselor- Echo

YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating a positive and engaging environment for children at a leading community organization. As a Day Camp Counselor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of campers while facilitating fun and educational activities. This role offers a unique opportunity to inspire creativity and foster a love for learning in youth. With a strong commitment to community values, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact on families and children in your area. Embrace the chance to develop professionally and personally while enjoying a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

Free YMCA Membership

Paid CPR Certification

403b Retirement Option

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

PTO based on hours worked

Discounts on Y programs

Free access to mental health services

Seasonal discounts for entertainment

Free YMCA t-shirts

Qualifications

• Must meet state license standards and pass background checks.
• Ability to work outdoors and lead activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and engaging environment for campers.
• Implement daily activities and maintain supervision.

Skills

Childcare Experience

Supervision Skills

Creativity

Communication Skills

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Degree or G.E.D.

Job description

Childcare – Day Camp Counselor

Hours: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM (preferred: 6–8-hour availability)

FIND YOUR PURPOSE. FIND YOUR Y

Kids are our Cause and serving the families of our communities is the passion of YMCA Childcare. As a member of our team, you will find no shortage of talented, passionate people ready to help you grow and succeed — all the while building a brighter future for children, families, and communities.

WE ARE...

• Mission-Led
• Innovation-Driven
• Locally Inspired
• Safety-Obsessed

A Day Camp Counselor is instrumental in making sure they provide a safe, engaging, bully-free and intentionally fun environment for our campers while implementing activities planned for the day.

Requirements

• Must meet and follow state license standards (Texas Department of Safety and Health Services or Texas Department of Health and Human Services) including pass background checks.
• Minimum age: 18 years of age; Education: High School Degree/ G.E.D. or higher
• Previous childcare experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work outdoors for most of the day and lead activities, including swimming days.
• Standing and walking for extended periods to provide proper auditory and visual supervision while walking around, carry at least 30 pounds when needed, and go from sitting to standing with ease.
• Supervision, safety, and program implementation for campers while ensuring the well-being of all children.
• Keep an accurate daily count of the children in the program each day and follow the field trip procedure set at staff training.
• Encourage creativity and intellectual curiosity by building on the child’s interests and talents.
• Portray a positive role model for youth by maintaining an attitude of respect, loyalty, patience, integrity, courtesy, and maturity.
• Maintain a strong, positive relationship with the local YMCA personnel to ensure our community connection to that branch. As well as communicating effectively with parents and co-workers.

Employee Benefits

• Being part of a TALENTED team, with an opportunity to make an impact on others.
• Diverse and inclusive culture and opportunity to participate in Employee Resource Groups for inclusion and mental wellness.
• NO WEEKEND WORK SCHEDULE (seasonal paid trainings will be announced two months in advance)
• FREE Y Membership with ability to upgrade to a family membership, 20% discount on Y programs for the whole family, including personal training, camp, and more.
• Childcare Summer Day Camp child’s enrollment is 50% off
• Bi-weekly competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, paid orientations, and training.
• Paid CPR certification and fingerprinting.
• $350 Bonus for new seasonal Childcare PT employees working 28 hours a week for the entire summer (includes training).
• Employee referral bonus of $150
• Able to open a bank account through Truist Bank
• 403b Retirement Option
• Benefits Package including Virtual Doctor visits, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Insurances (Cancer, Accident, Critical Illness) and eligibility to enroll in a 403(b)-tax deferred account at the beginning of employment.
• PTO (Paid Time Off) based on hours worked and years of service (available after 2 years). PTO eligible employees are also eligible to donate or receive PTO from the Pay it Forward fund (used to provide pay during emergencies).
• Free YMCA t-shirts for Day Camp
• Seasonal discounts for entertainment and retailers.
• Free access to Right Now Media at work with a large variety of mental health services.
• Career Advancement Opportunities

MAKE A DIFFERENCE. WORK AT THE Y.