Summer Day Camp Counselor

YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to community strengthening through youth development. As a Day Camp Counselor, you will play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment for children, supervising their activities, and fostering positive relationships with families. This rewarding position not only allows you to make a difference in the lives of young people but also supports your personal growth as you engage in meaningful work. Enjoy the opportunity to lead group activities, ensure safety, and help children reach their full potential in a supportive and dynamic setting. If you are passionate about youth development and community service, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free Family Membership

Program discounts

Generous retirement benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 with experience leading group activities for children.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required (training available).

Responsibilities

• Supervise campers during activities and ensure their safety.
• Implement age-appropriate curriculum and maintain a caring atmosphere.
• Complete required forms and maintain relationships with staff and parents.

Skills

Supervision of children

Group activity leadership

Communication skills

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/AED certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Overview

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Day Camp Counselor will provide direct supervision to a group of children in a seasonal day camp. You will create positive and nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with the parents/caregivers. As the Day Camp Counselor, you will promote and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitate peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate with campers during all large and small group activities, during lunch, and while on the bus/vans.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect and allow for individual differences. Provide an atmosphere of acceptance and caring for each child and show as much individual attention as possible to each child. Implement curriculum that is age appropriate and helps a child to the fullest in each area of development.
• Be familiar with and adhere to the program’s policies, health and safety regulations, emergency procedures and be ready to implement if necessary.
• Maintain State licensing and YMCA Associations Standards and Minimum guidelines.
• Demonstrate proper care and storage of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain an open, friendly, professional relationship with staff, parents, and campers.
• Primary Responder for all accidents and incidents with your group or any in vicinity.
• Supervise all program areas including locker rooms, bathrooms and swimming pools.
• Complete routine and required forms to include, but not limited to: attendance records, observation records, incident and injury reports.
• Prepare snack or meals as assigned.
• May be required to work hours outside of normal work schedule for trainings, extended program hours, parent nights, or association events.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and respect to your fellow peers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Minimum of six months of full time or equivalent part time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children leading group activities.
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen, First Aid certified (training available upon hiring).

Benefits

• Free Family Membership.
• Program discounts.
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Sick Time.

OUR CULTURE:Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming:we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine:we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful:we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing:we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined:above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range

USD $15.00 - USD $15.00 /Hr.