Overnight Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA of Central Texas; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a renowned summer camp as an Overnight Summer Camp Counselor! This role is perfect for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about working with youth and making a positive impact. You'll lead and supervise campers in a variety of fun activities while fostering teamwork and communication among staff. Living on-site from late May to early August, you'll create lasting memories and help shape the lives of young campers. This seasonal position offers room and board, making it an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in a rewarding experience while contributing to the community's well-being.

Benefits

Room and Board Included

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to pass a background check.
• Experience in childcare or camp settings is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead cabin groups and supervise campers during activities.
• Foster positive relationships and encourage participation.

Skills

Childcare experience

Camp experience

Teamwork

Communication

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Job description

YMCA Camp Twin Lakes is looking for positive role models to join our team as Overnight Summer Camp Counselors for Summer 2025.

Our Overnight Camp Counselors facilitate student programming, provide support, supervision, and encouragement to our campers, and impact lives in powerful ways! Ideal candidates will be outgoing, energetic, and passionate about working with youth. YMCA Camp Twin Lakes is located 20 miles from downtown Austin.

Overnight Camp Counselors will live and work at camp from late May through early August.

Essential Functions:

1. Lead cabin groups and provide supervision of campers through various camp activities.
2. Foster positive and appropriate relationships between campers; encourage active participation from all camp participants.
3. Provide guidance and support for any camper behavioral or group dynamic challenges within the cabins and during camp programs.
4. Exhibit teamwork and good communication with co-counselors and other camp staff.
5. Participate in daily camp operations, activities, supervision and procedures as needed.
6. Will reside on camp property and provide overnight supervision in cabins for the duration of summer camp programs.
7. Will be required to work at least one full weekend camp program.

Qualifications:

1. Must be at least 18 years old.
2. Childcare or Camp experience desired.
3. Able to pass a background check and drug test.
4. Buckets of enthusiasm.
5. Creative! Compassionate! Confident!

Job Type: Seasonal

Salary: $520/week-$560/week

Room and Board Included

About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!