What are the responsibilities and job description for the Northwest Day Camp Counselor position at YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth?
YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth Employment Application
The Northwest YMCA is dedicated to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. As a Northwest YMCA Day Camp Counselor, you will play a key role in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for campers. You will lead activities that promote learning, teamwork, and personal growth, ensuring each child has a meaningful and memorable summer experience. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact in their community.
This role requires enthusiasm, creativity, strong leadership skills, and a passion for working with children. Counselors will be responsible for supervising campers, leading activities, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive camp experience.
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture-it's who we are. We don't just show up-we show up with purpose.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and actively engage with campers in daily activities, including sports, arts & crafts, outdoor adventures, and team-building exercises.
- Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all campers.
- Lead and facilitate age-appropriate games and educational activities.
- Act as a role model, demonstrating YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
- Monitor camper behavior, provide positive reinforcement, and address conflicts when necessary.
- Assist in daily camp operations, including check-in, check-out, and maintaining organized activity areas.
- Communicate effectively with campers, parents, and fellow staff members.
- Follow all YMCA policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
Qualifications & Requirements
MISSION
To put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
YMCA COMPETENCIES :
AREAS OF IMPACT :
Youth Development : Empowering young people to reach their full potential.
Social Responsibility : Providing support and inspiring action in our communities
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonable association duties and will be responsible for implementation of the policies, procedures and standards established by the Metropolitan Board, the branch Board of Managers and the Association Leadership. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised at the discretion of management. This job description is not a written or implied contract.
