Head Summer Camp Counselor

rcymcaexternal; Lambertville (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on childcare and summer camp

Job summary

YMCA in Lambertville, NJ seeks a Head Summer Camp Counselor to supervise campers during daily activities, including swimming, and to support planned lessons.

Candidates should be 18+, with 2+ years of child-care or camp experience; a degree in education or a related field is preferred. This is a part-time seasonal role with a flexible schedule and YMCA membership benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• 2+ years working with children/teens; camp experience a plus.
• Degree (completed or in progress) in education or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely supervise campers through daily activities including swimming.
• Reinforce positive behaviors and sportsmanship; bring enthusiasm to each camp day.
• Support lesson plans and camp objectives; ensure a safe environment for all campers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with members and parents.

Education

Degree in education or related field

18+ years old

2+ years with children/camp experience

Job description

Head Summer Camp Counselor

Lambertville, NJ | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly | $17.50 - $21 per hour

Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?

We are looking for a Head Summer Camp Counselor to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the summer camp community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job as a Head Summer Camp Counselor:

• 18+ years of age
• 2+ years working with children and teens, in a camp setting is a plus!
• Degree (completed or in progress) in education or a related field preferred

The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Head Summer Camp Counselor:

• Safely supervise campers through daily activities including swimming
• Reinforce positive behaviors, teach proper sportsmanship, and bring enthusiasm to every camp day
• Support the lesson plans and camp objectives and ensure a safe environment for all campers
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with members and parents

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
• Great members to work with every day!

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply