Family Services Camp Counselor

YMCA of South Florida; Hollywood (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Family Services Counselor to create a safe and engaging environment for children. This role involves supervising children, planning activities, and maintaining communication with parents, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, creativity, and the ability to engage children in meaningful ways. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering children's growth and development while enjoying the great outdoors. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of young campers and their families.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years old with a High School Diploma or GED.
• Bilingual skills are a plus, with prior childcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and plan activities for children in the Kids Zone and Summer Camp.
• Communicate with parents about children's safety and well-being.
• Ensure adherence to YMCA policies and guidelines.

Skills

Communication Skills

Creativity

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Ability to Engage Children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Family Services Counselor is responsible for the supervision and safety of the children in their group (Kids Zone, Club Y, and Summer Camp). Individuals in this position are responsible for assisting with planning and implementing programs in accordance with policies, procedures, and philosophy and core values of the YMCA of South Florida.

Essential Functions / Job Duties:

1. Take and maintain daily attendance records for children.
2. Plan activities for and supervise a group of children.
3. Communicate with parents/guardians in a courteous and professional manner.
4. Assist supervisor with family center events.
5. Demonstrate, model and gear program to the needs of individual children with concerns for their interests, disabilities, special talents, and developmentally appropriate activities.
6. Communicate to parents clearly and in a timely manner any injuries, behavior problems and/or health concerns (i.e.: runny nose, fever, etc.).
7. Report to supervisor and complete necessary accident/incident forms related to injuries or behavior difficulties and health concerns. “Mandated Reporter”.
8. Ensure all kids zone guidelines are met (Age restrictions and Log in & Log out procedures).
9. Assist in annual campaign, which includes achieving individual and team goals.
10. Implement various curricula.
11. Uphold all YMCA policies and procedures including those related to safety and risk management; attend all mandatory YMCA and State (if needed) trainings.
12. Participate in aquatic activities with children.
13. Other duties as assigned by Sr. Program Director, Executive Director, or other Y senior staff.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities / Position Requirements:

1. Must be at least 17 years old.
2. Minimum of High School Diploma or GED equivalent and/or letter on High School letterhead with graduation intent date.
3. Bilingual (English and Spanish, or English and Creole), a plus.
4. Minimum of one year working with children or childcare experience, preferred.
5. Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Prior experience working with children ages 6 months through age 15.
7. Must enjoy interacting and communicating with children and parents.
8. Must possess creative ability and nature when implementing programs.
9. Ability to keep children engaged and under control.
10. First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of employment.

Position Profile:

1. Has a passion and enjoys working with children.
2. Ability to stay calm during stressful situations.
3. Strong communication skills.
4. High level of patience.
5. Has the creativity and flexibility to make every day a positive experience for camp participants.
6. Enjoys working outdoors with children.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works with outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
2. Indoor and outdoor facilities (e.g. childcare and recreational sites); exposure to heat, cold, work on slippery or uneven surfaces.
3. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
4. Will be required to drive for meetings, trainings, and other work-related duties.
5. May be exposed to blood borne pathogens, which requires use of personal protective equipment.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

1. Being in good physical health with full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Occasionally requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
2. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
3. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 20% walking, and 70% standing.
4. Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting, and supporting participants.
5. Incumbent will be exposed to virus, disease and infection from program participants.
6. Incumbent may be required to work at multiple locations throughout summer camp.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Employment at the YMCA is at-will. It is purely voluntary, based upon the consent of both the Association and the staff member. No expressed or implied contractual rights should be inferred from this job description.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit to and satisfactorily clear a thorough Level II fingerprinting background screening.

As a Drug-Free Workplace, all new hires must successfully complete a drug test. Please note Medical Marijuana cards do not exempt you from successfully passing your drug test.

The YMCA of South Florida is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in the workplace because of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation