Summer Day Camp Counselor

YMCA of Upper Palmetto; Clover (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community organization seeks a passionate Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor to inspire and lead children in a fun and safe environment. This role involves providing leadership and support to camper groups, ensuring their safety, and fostering their growth in a Christian setting. The ideal candidate will possess emotional maturity, integrity, and the ability to adapt to various situations. Join a team dedicated to building a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, while making a meaningful impact in children's lives through engaging activities and nurturing guidance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age with interest in children.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for specific camper groups and maintain discipline.
• Plan and implement activities while ensuring camper safety.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional Maturity

Judgment

Integrity

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor is responsible for providing program leadership in a day camp group. The Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor will assist the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director with various branch activities such as special events and other activities that occur on various occasions.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership for specific camper group
• Maintain discipline within camper group
• Follow emergency procedures in case of accidents
• Remain with camper group at all times
• Plan and implement open period activities
• Maintain camp equipment
• Maintain reports and attendance records
• Follow established camp procedures and guidelines
• Follow the YMCA mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all

Qualifications:

• Exposure to small structured group
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Interest in children and significant evidence of emotional maturity, good moral character, judgment, integrity and leadership capability.
• Ability to create and work within a Christian environment so that each camper has the opportunity for spiritual growth.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and circumstances
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR
• Carrying, sitting, seeing, hearing, speaking, running, crouching, lifting (25lbs), and walking