Summer Camp Counselor
Benefits: $750/week, Meals & Housing Provided
- Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experience success.
- Assist each camper with meeting personal goals and those established by the camp for camper development.
- Follow established procedures for supervising camper health and enforcing all safety regulations. Maintain health, safety, cleanliness in program areas.
- Identify and report any potential risks.
- Supervise campers throughout daily activities and ensure program areas are safe for current activities. Take and maintain attendance throughout the day
- Actively participate in staff training, meetings, etc.
- Help out with all camp activities and participate as a member of the camp staff team.
- Demonstrate/teach the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility with all campers and staff.
- Follow all camp rules, regulations and policies and enforce them among peers.
- Maintain positive public relations with parents, visitors, and the general public at all times.
- Able to visually and audibly identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to assigned activities.
- Capable to respond appropriately to emergencies and situations requiring first aid and/or CPR.
- Submit all required paperwork on time.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Attend all Camp Counselor trainings and orientation
Qualifications:
- Prior camp staff experience or equivalent experience preferred
- CPR and First Aid certified (can be obtained upon hire).
- Must have good decision making skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to understand and follow directions
- Positive attitude
- Desire and ability to work in a camp setting