What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Summer Camp Counselor position at YMCA of Natrona County?

YMCA of NATRONA COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title : Assistant Summer Camp Counselor

Leadership Level : Leader

FLSA Status : Part time / Seasonal

Revision Date : 04 / 09 / 2025

Reports to : Summer Camp Director

Primary Function / Department : Youth Development

Salary : $10.00-$12.50 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY :

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Assistant Summer Camp Counselor at YMCA of Natrona County maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families.

This position is responsible for helping to maintain a safe, clean summer program site; ensuring a high level of program quality and working to establish a positive relationship with all program participants and their families. The Assistant Summer Camp Counselor will provide a positive role model to youth within the philosophy of YMCA standards and expectations with an emphasis on youth development and healthy living.

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Actively supervises assigned group of children.
Participate and encourage participation of all students in daily activities and events.
Supports Summer Camp Director in planning and implementation of program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness.
Actively participates in department and branch staff meetings and training.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES :

Engaging Community

Collaboration

Communication & Influence

Requirements

At least 15 years of age

Ability to attend training in May 2025

Ability to work the entire summer, June 2 - August 15, 2025

Previous experience working with children aged 4-12 years, preferably in a day camp setting

Ability to supervise and play with children in a pool setting is required

Must be willing to work outdoors

Demonstrated leadership, dependability & flexibility in work hours

Integrity and ability to work independently with attention to detail required

Complete within 30 days of hire : YMCA cause & culture training; Child Abuse Prevention Training, BLS CPR / AED / First Aid

Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Indoor / outdoor environment, intermittent sitting, standing, walking, running and water play required.

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions required.

Stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; and talk to hear.

Regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Reliable transportation and travel to local events and activities may be required.

I ACKNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTAND :

Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will.

The job description provides a general summary of the position in which I am employed, that the contents of this job description are job requirements and, at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.

Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed at any time.

Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

Salary : $10 - $13

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