What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUMMER DAY CAMP COUNSELOR position at YMCA of Southeastern NC?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : General Function :
A Summer Camp Counselor provides leadership and guidance for a group of campers, ensuring a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values : honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. A Summer Camp Counselor creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents / caregivers. Under the direction of the Youth Services & Athletics Program Director, the Summer Camp Counselor will be responsible for assisting with the planning, development and implementation of program activities.
Qualifications :
1. Must be 18 years of age or older
2. Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA.
3. This position requires experience working with youth.
5. Willingness to have fun, laugh, and be silly.
Know How :
A Summer Camp Counselor must possess good communication and organizational skills. A Summer Camp Counselor must have the ability to maintain control of area even when distracted by noise or activity, and work with a diverse group of people.
A Summer Camp Counselor also must possess :
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
- Ability to implement age- appropriate / developmentally -appropriate program activities.
- Previous experience with diverse populations.
- Ability to develop positive relationships with people from different backgrounds.
Requirements :
Physical Requirements :
Principle Activities :
