Day Camp Counselor

Ymcadetroit; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and supportive team at a community-focused organization dedicated to youth development. As a Day Camp Counselor, you will lead fun and engaging activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership and communication skills while making a positive impact in the lives of young campers. If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to embrace every moment, this position is perfect for you. Experience the joy of creating lasting memories and connections in a family-friendly environment.

Benefits

FREE Family Membership

Discounted Access to Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Family-friendly Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Experience working with children preferred but not required.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Safe certifications required within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities for campers.
• Supervise a group of 6-12 campers ensuring safety.
• Build strong relationships with campers and families.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Conflict Resolution

Team Coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Macomb Family YMCA, Mount Clemens, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

BE A HERO TO YOUTH THIS SUMMER - JOIN OUR DAY CAMP TEAM

Now Hiring at the Macomb Family YMCA

YMCA Employee Benefits

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

Position Overview

Are you someone who can bring enthusiasm, creativity, and compassion to brighten a child's day? Do you believe in the power of play, connection and community? The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is looking for YOU - An energetic and empathetic individual to join our Day Camp Counselor Team. Here everyday is an adventure and every camper looks to you as a role model.

Whether you're an aspiring teacher, future social worker, outdoor enthusiasts or simple love making a positive impact, this opportunity is packed with transferrable skills that will grow your confidence, leadership and collaboration.

What You'll Do

• Lead the Fun: Plan and deliver awesome, age-appropriate activities that keep kids engaged, active and support summer learning.
• Be a Role Model: Show kids core values (caring, honesty, responsibility, respect and inclusion) in action - through how you play, lead and interact every day.
• Make Safety your Priority: Supervisor a group of 6-12 campers and ensure a safe and welcoming space for all.
• Embrace the Moment: Have fun and be prepared to sing, dance, get a little silly, and lose the game so a kid WINS the day.
• Create Community: Build strong relationships with campers, families, and fellow staff.
• Stay Committed: Be part of the full camp experience through September 1, helping create summer memories that last a lifetime.

What you'll need:

• A positive attitude, a sense of humor, and a deep respect for youth of all backgrounds.
• Experience working with children (preferred but not required - we TRAIN you)!
• High school diploma or equivalent required (must be 18 years or older).
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Safe certifications (expectations to obtain within 60 days).
• Must complete successful background screening and health screenings for YMCA.
• Must be able to walk, stand, sit (including on the floor) and participate in all physical activities for long periods of time.
• Capability and comfortability to participate in outdoor activities and swimming as guided by camp leadership.

You'll Gain

• Leadership and communication skills that apply to any career path
• Conflict resolution, team coordination and facilitation experience
• Time outdoors, creative agency, and a sense of purpose
• A network of supportive peers and mentors
• The joy of knowing you made a difference in a child's life

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page ( ymcadetroit.org/careers ).

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with
program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program
participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with
authorities in any case of abuse.

Macomb Family YMCA, Mount Clemens, Michigan, United States of America