YMCA Reston - Junior Camp Counselor

YMCA; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

403(b) savings plan

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is hiring Summer Junior Camp Counselors for the June–August season. Based in Reston, VA, this role offers an opportunity to lead campers, support daily activities, and develop leadership skills while enjoying a competitive summer wage.

Ideal candidates are at least 16 years old, prepared to obtain CPR and First Aid certification, and able to meet background and licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• CPR Certification and First Aid Certification required.
• Ability to communicate with children and parents.
• Willing to participate in and obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Must meet local background check and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Help campers have fun, learn, explore, and make new friends.
• Assist counselors in leading a group of campers in the camp program.
• Assist in implementing the daily camp activities and schedule.
• Lead small groups in activities like music, games, art, or storytelling.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Communication with Children

Job description

12196 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190, USA

Job Description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
FIND YOUR PLACE AT THE Y… BE A JUNIOR CAMP COUNSELOR THIS SUMMER.
Summer camp…adventure, friends, and fun. The Y invites you to join us for an amazing summer that is so much more than a job.
Position : Junior Camp Counselor Salary : $12.77
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is currently hiring Summer Junior Camp Counselors. Working at the Y, you will create exciting and impactful experiences for campers, build connections with your peers and Y professionals, expand your leadership skills, and have fun! This is a seasonal position for the months of June through August.
Some of the exciting things you will do as a Junior Camp Counselor:

• Help campers have fun, learn, explore, and make new friends
• Assist Counselors in leading a group of campers in the Y camp program
• Assist in implementing the daily camp program activities
Assist in guiding campers and helping them adjust and grow in relationships with one another
• Lead a small group of children in activities that include music, games, art or story telling
Support a safe and healthy environment for all campersInteract with the campers at all times, participating in activities alongside the campersParticipate in all camp-wide activities and special eventsParticipate in staff trainings, meetings, and conferences as required

What you need to be a Junior Camp Counselor:

• Be able to work from the week before camp begins for training to the end of the final week of the season
• 16 years of age
• Willing to participate in and obtain CPR and First Aid Certification
• Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting
• Meet the county/state licensing requirements
• Skilled in teaching a variety of crafts, songs, stories, games, sports, aquatics and related camp activities
• Able to effectively communicate with children and parents
• Understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to Y character development

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children
• Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds
• Must have visual acuity to observe all children
• Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test

We offer the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Free Y membership
• 403(b) savings plan
• Exciting and collaborative work environment
• Ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a workplace culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.

12196 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190, USA