Live-On Camp Counselor — Safe, Fun Youth Camp Experience

YMCA; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board provided

Job summary

YMCA at Camp KernOregonia in Ohio seeks a Resident Camp Counselor for a traditional camp for ages 11-15. Position runs May–August with weekly pay of $275–$480. Room and board are provided during the summer camping season as the role requires living on site.

The role emphasizes safety, engaging children in activities, teamwork with Camp Kern staff, and delivering planned programs while adhering to ACA and camp rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-year college degree preferred.
• Must be over the age of 18.
• One or more years of related childcare experience required.
• Must know how to actively engage children in activities that will enhance their self-esteem.

Responsibilities

• Effectively assists in implementation of weekly lesson plans that fit the children’s needs, interests and developmental levels at camp.
• Work effectively as a team with all Camp Kern Staff.
• Learn and teach camp songs around a camp fire.
• Participate in dining hall set up.
• Effectively lead large group activities such as games, campfires, high ropes course, climbing wall, hayrides, canoeing, night hikes, campfire gatherings, and more.
• Ensure safety by firmly and tactfully enforcing all aquatic rules, policies, and guidelines.
• To implement all ACA and Camp Kern rules and regulation.
• Responsible for the welfare and safety of children enrolled in the group and in the program including always maintaining appropriate ratio and supervision with heightened awareness on field trips.
• Effectively communicates verbal and written reports to parents.
• Possesses working knowledge of child abuse and neglect laws and follows proper reporting procedures including confidentiality in regards to children and families participating in camp.
• Implement set standards, guidelines, and programs.
• Monitor and maintain accurate records including attendance, absenteeism, transitions, minor disciplines, and incidents for each child in counselors’ group.
• Ensure safety by checking for hazardous conditions and making sure all safety equipment is properly placed and in proper working condition.
• Provide excellence in program service and delivery.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year college degree preferred

Job description

YMCA at Camp KernOregonia in Ohio seeks a Resident Camp Counselor for a traditional camp for ages 11-15. Position runs May–August with weekly pay of $275–$480. Room and board are provided during the summer camping season as the role requires living on site.

The role emphasizes safety, engaging children in activities, teamwork with Camp Kern staff, and delivering planned programs while adhering to ACA and camp rules.