Sports and Games Program Counselor (Day Camp) - Freeport Maine

Seeds of Peace Camp; Freeport (ME); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A summer camp organization seeks a Sports and Games Program Counselor in Freeport, Maine for the summer season. This role involves planning and facilitating recreational sports and games while promoting teamwork and sportsmanship among campers. Responsibilities include providing leadership, ensuring camper safety, and implementing engaging activities. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess necessary certifications, including First Aid and CPR. Enjoy working outdoors and fostering a fun camp experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Copy of necessary certifications and/or training certificates.
• Experience supervising campers in various activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision for large-group programs.
• Plan and implement quality programs for all campers.
• Ensure health and safety of each camper.

Skills

Leadership and supervision

Camp program activities supervision

First Aid & CPR certification

Teamwork and sportsmanship

Job description

Overview

The Sports and Games Program Counselor support the planning, setup, and daily facilitation of recreational sports and group games. This role promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and active participation in a safe and inclusive environment. The counselor helps create engaging activities that build confidence, encourage healthy competition, and ensure every camper has a fun and positive experience.

Camp Dates: June 8th - late August 21st

Location: 14 Old South Freeport Road Freeport, Maine 04032 United States

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to a large-group program which is consistent with the YMCA mission, goals, and objectives of the YMCA of Southern Maine.


• Conduct a safe, quality, and age-appropriate large group camp experience for your group.


• Be responsible during staff training and staff meetings to become completely familiar with the camping goals, programs, camp personnel policies, safety procedures, skills and protocol necessary to accomplish the specified position.


• Plan, organize, and implement a quality program for all campers.


• Participate in general planning and staff meetings.


• Be responsible for the health and safety of each camper.


• Be a positive adult role model for campers through good work habits, enthusiasm, good attitude, adherence to camp personnel policies, and safety rules.


• Assist each camper in adjusting to the camp environment and allow him/her to grow in individual achievements and peer group interactions.


• Assist in camp assemblies, family nights, all-camp activities, overnights, and special events as assigned.


• Keep group & programs areas safe, clean, and orderly.


• Complete session evaluations and season evaluations.


• Commit and fulfill all duties.


• Maintain accurate daily attendance records of campers and immediately report all absences to the Camp Director.


• Immediately report all behavioral problems to the Camp Director. Document all incidents and communicate with Camp Director so they can contact families.


• Is an advocate to the Y by promoting our cause. Assists with the annual campaign by increasing awareness about the campaign within the Y community.


• Adheres to all Y Brand guidelines and receives prior approval for use and creation of any Y related social media from the Marketing department.


• Learn and actively utilize UKG Employee Portal on a consistent basis.


• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 years.


• Copy of necessary certifications and/or training certificates.


• Previous Junior Counselor or equivalent experience.


• Experience, knowledge, and ability to teach, and supervise campers in a variety of camp program activities.


• First Aid & CPR Certification.


• A Criminal Background check is required, including fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), prior to hire. This will be paid for by the YMCA of Southern Maine.