Summer Day Camp Counselor - Peak City Church

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

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit dedicated to community strengthening as a Day Camp Counselor. In this rewarding role, you will supervise and nurture children in a seasonal day camp, fostering positive relationships and promoting their development. Your leadership will create a safe and engaging environment where children can thrive and connect with peers. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth while enjoying benefits like a free family membership and generous retirement plans. If you’re 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 and at least six months experience with school-age children.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required (training available).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with campers during activities and meals.
• Implement age-appropriate curriculum and maintain safety standards.
• Complete required forms and maintain open communication with parents.

Skills

Child Supervision

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.