Live-In Summer Camp Counselor: Lead, Guide & Inspire

Observer Fresh Air Camp Inc; Lake Wylie (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Free Y Membership

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Charlotte is seeking a Summer Resident Camp Counselor to live in a cabin with campers and lead daily activities that promote safety, fun, and personal growth. You will model camp values and foster a respectful, inclusive culture in a residential setting.

The role requires leadership in youth programs, strong communication, and a love for outdoor living. Applicants must be at least 16 and prepared for long summer hours and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in youth groups, schools, churches, or community organizations.
• Ability to work effectively with children of varying backgrounds, needs, and abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to relate effectively with campers, peers, and supervisors.
• Demonstrated ability to act with sound judgment and prioritize camper safety and well-being.
• Enthusiasm for outdoor living and appreciation of the natural environment.
• Ability to teach or lead one or more camp program activities (sports, arts, nature, etc.).
• Commitment to YMCA mission, values, and the camp’s purpose.
• Flexible, positive, and collaborative approach to teamwork in a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Live in a cabin with 8-18 campers, serving as counselor, role model, and leader.
• Guide campers in daily activities, camp routines, and community living, ensuring safety, inclusion, and engagement.
• Provide leadership in camp programs by teaching or assisting with assigned activity areas.
• Participate actively in staff training, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Supervise, mentor, and support Counselors-in-Training (CITs) or Leaders-in-Training (LITs) assigned to the cabin.
• Maintain positive relationships with campers’ parents/guardians and provide appropriate communication when needed.
• Promote respect for personal property, camp facilities, and natural resources.
• Uphold and enforce camp safety, health, and behavior expectations consistently.
• Assist with camp-wide programs, special events, and divisional activities as assigned.
• Complete required reports, documentation, and administrative tasks on time
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by leadership

Skills

Leadership

Child interaction

Communication

Safety awareness

Outdoor activities

Education

One year of college coursework

Job description

YMCA of Greater Charlotte is seeking a Summer Resident Camp Counselor to live in a cabin with campers and lead daily activities that promote safety, fun, and personal growth. You will model camp values and foster a respectful, inclusive culture in a residential setting.

The role requires leadership in youth programs, strong communication, and a love for outdoor living. Applicants must be at least 16 and prepared for long summer hours and weekend shifts.