Resident Camp Counselor — Teen Programs Leader

YMCA; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 13.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Room and board

Zusammenfassung

YMCA in Oregonia, Ohio is seeking a Resident Camp Counselor for Teen Programs Ages 11-15 for the May–August season. The role includes leading activities, ensuring safety, and implementing lesson plans.

The position includes room and board on-site during the summer and requires at least 18 years old, with 1+ year childcare experience; a high school diploma or GED is required, and a 2-year degree is preferred. Strong communication, creativity, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-year college degree preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• At least 1 year of childcare experience.
• Ability to actively engage children in activities.
• Creativity, initiative, flexibility and strong communication skills are essential.

Aufgaben

• Assist in implementing weekly lesson plans that fit children’s needs.
• Work as a team with Camp Kern staff.
• Learns and teaches camp songs around campfire.
• Lead large group activities: games, campfires, high ropes, climbing wall, hayrides, canoeing, night hikes.
• Ensure safety by enforcing aquatic rules and ACA/Camp Kern regulations.
• Maintain welfare and safety with proper supervision and ratios.
• Communicate reports to parents, follow confidentiality guidelines.
• Maintain records for attendance, transitions, incidents.
• Check for hazards and ensure safety equipment is in proper condition.
• Provide excellent program service and delivery.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork

Communication

Engage children

Creativity

Initiative

Flexibility

Leadership

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

2-year college degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

YMCA in Oregonia, Ohio is seeking a Resident Camp Counselor for Teen Programs Ages 11-15 for the May–August season. The role includes leading activities, ensuring safety, and implementing lesson plans.

The position includes room and board on-site during the summer and requires at least 18 years old, with 1+ year childcare experience; a high school diploma or GED is required, and a 2-year degree is preferred. Strong communication, creativity, and teamwork are essential.