Summer Day Camp Counselor 2025 - Elmhurst YMCA

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Elmhurst, City of Oswego (IL, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Summer Camp Counselor, where you can lead fun activities and create lasting memories for children. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. You'll engage with diverse youth through arts, sports, and outdoor adventures, making a positive impact on their lives. With competitive pay and benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about youth development and eager to learn. If you're ready to shape the future and lead the fun, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Learning Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Passion for working with diverse youth and outdoor activities.
• Ability to establish constructive relationships and serve as a role model.

Responsibilities

• Promote YMCA and create an outstanding camper experience.
• Lead recreational activities and ensure camper safety.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Leadership

Creativity

Childcare

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Lead the Fun, Shape the Future: Be a Summer Camp Counselor!

Join us for the experience of a lifetime - the YMCA is hiring Summer Day Camp Counselors for 2025!

At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers take part in unique experiences and adventures, our Summer Day Camp Counselors develop leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.

Pay starts at $17.90 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule

Responsibilities

• Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service, and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents, and families.
• Lead recreational activities with campers, including arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, nature hikes, archery, and other hobbies.
• Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modify activities to engage all experience levels.
• Model socially acceptable behaviors and use positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors and team members about camp activities and schedules.
• Support camp activities, including specialty camps, as assigned.
• Ensure the health and safety of campers by following YMCA standards and evaluating risks.
• Maintain compliance with safety rules and regulations.
• Monitor campers and provide corrective coaching as needed.
• Set up and clean facilities and equipment for activities.

Qualifications

• A passion for working with diverse youth.
• Enjoy outdoor activities, creativity, and a willingness to work and play hard.
• Experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports, or related fields is a plus but not required.
• Be at least 18 years old by the start of camp.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model and establish constructive relationships.
• Continuous learner with a willingness to acquire new skills.
• Meet physical qualifications as outlined in the job description.

Child Abuse Prevention

• Report hazards and suspicious behavior.
• Follow policies to keep children safe.
• Complete required child abuse prevention training.

Our staff is our greatest asset. We offer competitive salaries, health benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, learning opportunities, and a supportive, inclusive work environment.