Outdoor Youth Camp Counselor — YMCA Membership & PTO

Montclair; West Milford (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA Membership

25% Discount on YMCA Programs

Employee Referral Bonus

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

YMCA of Montclair is seeking a Youth Program Counselor to supervise teens and ensure a safe, engaging outdoor program at our Outdoor Education Center. You will implement activities, communicate with participants and parents, and model the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Must be 18+ with CPR/AED and First Aid certification or willing to obtain within 90 days. Schedule includes outdoor, daytime activities and varied hours in a camp setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or high school graduate.
• Experience in recreation, teaching, childcare or physical education preferred.
• Knowledge of crafts, games and sports; ability to engage youth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a group of teens and manage a healthy program.
• Implement activities as directed and supervise outdoor camp activities.
• Maintain equipment and report repairs; ensure safety and emergency procedures.
• Communicate positively with participants, parents, staff and volunteers.
• Model YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility.

Skills

Youth program oversight

Outdoor supervision

Safety awareness

Excellent communication

Education

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

YMCA of Montclair is seeking a Youth Program Counselor to supervise teens and ensure a safe, engaging outdoor program at our Outdoor Education Center. You will implement activities, communicate with participants and parents, and model the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Must be 18+ with CPR/AED and First Aid certification or willing to obtain within 90 days. Schedule includes outdoor, daytime activities and varied hours in a camp setting.