Day Camp Counselor

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Day Camp Counselor, where you'll inspire youth through exciting programs at various locations. You will supervise activities, promote healthy living, and create a safe environment for children. Previous experience with youth is preferred, and you'll enjoy a supportive and dynamic work culture.

Benefits

FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Family-friendly Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Meets state licensing agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage children to ensure safety and fun.
• Plan and implement program activities.
• Serve as a role model and ensure a nurturing environment.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Positive role model

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR, First Aid, AED certifications

Job description

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Job Description

MAKE AN IMPACT ON TODAY’S YOUTH

WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring at the Farmington, Detroit, Milford, Macomb, Birmingham, Royal Oak, Southgate, Plymouth Locations.

YMCA Employee Benefits

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

General Function

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is seeking positive role models who are caring, outgoing, creative, love to have fun, enjoy being outside, and want to positively impact youth's lives in our day camp programs. The primary responsibility of a Day Camp Counselor is to supervise and engage kids to ensure their safety and fun while at day camp.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, assist, and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA core values for campers.
• Be willing to dress up, save the world, sing a song, and lose the game when needed.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment, attending to the needs of campers at all times.
• Serve as a role model for all youth participating in the day camp program by displaying exemplary behavior at all times and modeling healthy eating and physical activity.
• Be welcoming to all campers, parents, and other staff.
• Consciously create a climate in camp to foster the goals and objectives of the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit.
• Supervise a group of 6 – 12 children and foster positive relationship opportunities amongst the campers in your group and within the whole camp.
• Attend all staff meetings, training, and assume equal responsibility for general housekeeping tasks.
• Following YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical situations and behavior management, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
• It will be available through the final day of camp, September 1.
• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and the employee is expected to perform all other duties as assigned by direct management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.
  
  

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• Experience working with youth preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Meets the requirements set forth by the state licensing agency. Documentation of DHS clearance before starting work, TB skin test within 30 days, and CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Safe certifications are required within 60 days.
• Complete Bloodborne Pathogens training, Redwoods, and concussion training as required.
• Must complete successful background screening and drug test for YMCA and all other off-site screenings for partnering organizations.
  
  

Abilities & Skills

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods.
• Ability to lead and participate in all physical activities
• Ability to sit and stand from a seated position on the floor when interacting with children.
• The capability to be outside participating for the majority of the day.
  
  

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

Company Description

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