Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA of South Palm Beach County; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of South Palm Beach County is seeking a Seasonal Staff member at the Devos Blum Family YMCA in Boynton Beach, FL. This position is responsible for providing leadership and ensuring the safety of children during activities. Responsibilities include supervising children, planning activities, and maintaining a safe environment.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, CPR and First Aid certified, and possess excellent leadership and communication skills. Join us in making a positive impact in our community!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be CPR & First Aid Certified.
• Must possess excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must desire and be able to work with children of all ages.
• May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of participants.
• Plan and implement daily activities for children.
• Assist with children with special needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in childcare area.
• Participate in staff meetings and training.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Understanding children

Job description

Job Details: Level – Entry | Location – Devos Blum Family YMCA – Boynton Beach, FL 33436 | Position Type – Seasonal | Salary – $14.00 hourly.

Position Summary

The position is responsible for providing leadership, ensuring the safety of all participants, and supervising children during all planned activities with the support of staff members.

Essential Functions

• Provide a safe and healthy environment, both physically and mentally, to ensure the operation of a quality Children’s program.
• Assist with feeding, changing, and transporting children with special needs.
• Ensure children are aware of rules and daily scheduled routines.
• Attend all staff meetings and required YMCA meetings to meet educational requirements and participate in in‑service training.
• Assist in planning and implementing daily activities that fit children’s needs and interests.
• Takes responsibility for the quality of supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Report all suspicions of child abuse to proper supervisors.
• Ensure proper procedures are followed for sign‑in/out of children on a daily basis.
• Report all accidents to the Supervisor.
• Assist in the daily maintenance of the childcare area, ensuring safety and cleanliness.
• Share regular housekeeping chores such as cleaning, preparing for daily activities, and cleaning up after projects.
• Ensure YMCA Character Traits are evident in all activities.
• Establish a relationship with each child, knowing each child’s present level of understanding; consider all children’s needs and treat each child with respect and dignity.
• Work toward positive parent/staff relations.
• Participate in member retention, special events, and fundraising.
• Complete all paperwork clearly and concisely.
• Remain up to date on emergency procedures and family center policies.
• Perform any other duties assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be CPR & First Aid Certified.
• Must have excellent leadership skills.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must desire and be able to work with children of all ages.
• Must demonstrate responsibility and dependability.
• Must follow through actions regarding communication with all parents.
• May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in various forms.
• May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time.
• Must exhibit patience and understanding.
• Must receive and follow detailed instructions, remain alert at all times, and keep safety in mind.
• Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities to monitor the environment and children’s well‑being.
• Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment.

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Mission and Community Oriented: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values; works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions; demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs; recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships.
• People Oriented: Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, remains calm in challenging situations, builds rapport, relates well to others; listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively; takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Results Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high‑value experience for members; embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience; makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another; establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings; supports fundraising; follows budgeting policies and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
• Personal Development Oriented: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations; pursues self‑development that enhances job performance; demonstrates openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process.

DISCLAIMERS

• Must complete a successful criminal background check.
• Must pass a drug test.
• All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal‑opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants. Please see your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
• Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.