Senior Camp Counselor - Creative Theater

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Senior Camp Counselor - Creative Theater, where you will supervise children in a seasonal day camp, fostering positive relationships and supporting youth development through engaging activities. Your role will include maintaining camper engagement, assisting specialists, and promoting the YMCA's core values.

Benefits

Professional development

Facility access

Qualifications

• Previous experience with children, preferably in a camp setting.
• Interest in outdoor activities, arts, sports, or aquatics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain camper engagement in activities.
• Assist specialists during activities.
• Build positive relationships with families.

Skills

Engagement

Relationship Building

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Senior Camp Counselor - Creative Theater

Join us as a Senior Camp Counselor - Creative Theater at Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges.

Position Overview

This role involves providing direct supervision to children in a seasonal day camp, fostering positive relationships, and supporting youth development through engaging activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain camper engagement in activities.
• Assist specialists during activities.
• Greet campers enthusiastically and learn their names.
• Build positive relationships with families.
• Support camp themes, events, and trips.
• Promote the YMCA's core values: Caring, Respect, Honesty, Responsibility.

Safety and Conduct

• Complete all safety trainings.
• Uphold safety standards and risk management policies.
• Assist with aquatic activities following policies.
• Report incidents and concerns promptly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience with children, preferably in a camp setting.
• Interest in outdoor activities, arts, sports, or aquatics.
• Minimum age: 16 years.

Additional Information

• Must attend required trainings and follow safety protocols.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude.
• Wear YMCA attire daily.

Current YMCA employees should apply via the internal careers portal. We offer professional development and facility access. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and safety.