Day Camp Junior Counselor - Fun, Safe Camp Support

Frost Valley Partnership; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Job summary

Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp in New York is seeking a Junior Counselor to assist with supervision and care of campers in a safe, engaging day camp environment. You will work alongside Camp Counselors and other staff to support programming for an assigned age group throughout the camp day.

The successful candidate enjoys working with children, demonstrates patience and enthusiasm, and is eager to learn and grow as a member of the Frost Valley YMCA camp team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 17 years of age by the start of employment.
• Previous experience working with children or youth preferred, or a strong desire to gain experience working with young people.
• Interest in working in a summer day camp environment and participating in outdoor activities.
• Ability to remain flexible and adaptable to changes in daily schedules, staffing, activities, and camper needs.
• Demonstrates patience, enthusiasm, responsibility, and a positive attitude when working with children.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model for campers and fellow staff members.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team and accept direction from supervisors and senior camp staff.
• Ability to multitask, remain organized, and respond appropriately in a busy camp environment.
• Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, welcoming, and positive experience for all campers.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the supervision and care of campers from the time they arrive at Frost Valley until they are picked up at the end of the camp day.
• Help create a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and fun environment for campers participating in Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp.
• Assist Camp Counselors with age-appropriate activities, games, and programming throughout the camp day.
• Support the physical, emotional, and social well-being of campers by encouraging positive interactions and serving as a positive role model.
• Work cooperatively as a member of the Day Camp team, including communicating appropriately, accepting delegated responsibilities, and supporting fellow staff members.
• Maintain friendly, cooperative, and professional relationships with co-counselors, supervisors, directors, and other Frost Valley YMCA staff.
• Follow all Frost Valley YMCA policies, procedures, safety standards, and child protection guidelines.
• Assist with maintaining clean, organized, and safe program spaces and equipment.
• Help inventory, organize, clean, and properly return camp equipment and supplies after use.
• Be a positive role model for campers and fellow staff by demonstrating appropriate behavior, language, teamwork, and Frost Valley YMCA character values.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other required camp activities.
• Communicate camper needs, concerns, incidents, or safety issues promptly to the appropriate Camp Counselor or supervisor.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned to support the successful operation of Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp.
• Embrace and demonstrate the Frost Valley YMCA’s character values and commitment to creating a positive experience for every camper.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Frost Valley YMCA Day Camp in New York is seeking a Junior Counselor to assist with supervision and care of campers in a safe, engaging day camp environment. You will work alongside Camp Counselors and other staff to support programming for an assigned age group throughout the camp day.

The successful candidate enjoys working with children, demonstrates patience and enthusiasm, and is eager to learn and grow as a member of the Frost Valley YMCA camp team.