What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Wapawca Counselor position at Hockomock Area YMCA?
Brief Description
Make This Summer Unforgettable! Join the Camp Wapawca Team!
Do you have a passion for working with kids, fostering a sense of adventure, and creating memories that last a lifetime? Camp Wapawca is looking for dynamic, fun-loving counselors who are committed to being positive role models and making this summer one to remember!
As a Camp Wapawca Counselor, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire children to explore nature, discover new talents, and create lasting friendships—all while having a blast in a fun and supportive environment. Whether it’s leading a thrilling game of archery, guiding a group through a STEAM challenge, or watching a camper master a new skill, you’ll play a key role in making every day at camp extraordinary.
What You’ll Do
Requirements
Make This Summer Unforgettable! Join the Camp Wapawca Team!
Do you have a passion for working with kids, fostering a sense of adventure, and creating memories that last a lifetime? Camp Wapawca is looking for dynamic, fun-loving counselors who are committed to being positive role models and making this summer one to remember!
As a Camp Wapawca Counselor, you’ll have the opportunity to inspire children to explore nature, discover new talents, and create lasting friendships—all while having a blast in a fun and supportive environment. Whether it’s leading a thrilling game of archery, guiding a group through a STEAM challenge, or watching a camper master a new skill, you’ll play a key role in making every day at camp extraordinary.
What You’ll Do
- Lead exciting camp activities like sports, arts and crafts, swimming, archery, STEAM projects, and field trips.
- Create a fun, energetic, and positive atmosphere while embodying YMCA’s core values.
- Supervise campers with a keen eye, ensuring safety and a positive experience all day long.
- Build strong relationships with campers, inspiring them to try new things, gain independence, and develop social skills.
- Serve as a mentor, helping campers grow by modeling respect, kindness, and teamwork.
- Work closely with a dedicated team of camp leaders to create an unforgettable camp experience.
- 12 weeks of summer fun – From June through August, you'll be engaged in a fulfilling, 40-hour work week.
- A culture of fun – Lead camp games, songs, and creative theme weeks that get everyone excited!
- Endless opportunities to grow – Develop leadership skills, build relationships with amazing peers, and make a real difference in the lives of children.
- A positive, energetic attitude with a passion for working with kids.
- Ability to lead by example and uphold the YMCA’s character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- A commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all campers.
Requirements
- Be at least 16 years old (let the adventure begin!).
- Have current CPR & First Aid certifications (don’t worry, we’ll provide them during onboarding!).
- A genuine desire to learn and make a positive impact on the life of a camper.
- A consistently positive, upbeat, energetic, and enthusiastic attitude with a strong work ethic (bring your A-game every day!).
- A commitment to working as part of an awesome staff team that aligns with the mission, goals, and philosophy of the Hockomock Area YMCA and follows all summer camp policies and procedures.
- Strong interpersonal skills, dependability, maturity, creativity, patience, and a can-do attitude (you’re a natural-born leader!).
- The ability to work independently or in a team, always in a cooperative, positive way.
- A willingness to take on new responsibilities and contribute to a quality, fun-filled program.
- The ability to pass a background check and provide proof of immunizations and physician clearance (safety first!).
