What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Day Camp Counselor position at YMCA of Upper Palmetto?
Day Camp Counselor-Part Time
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor is responsible for providing program leadership in a day camp group. The Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor will assist the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director with various branch activities such as special events, and other activities that occur on various occasions.
Under supervision of the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor is responsible for providing program leadership in a day camp group. The Day Camp/Adventure Club Counselor will assist the Childcare Director/Program Director/Branch Director with various branch activities such as special events, and other activities that occur on various occasions.
- Leadership for specific camper group
- Maintain discipline within camper group
- Follow emergency procedures in case of accidents
- Remain with camper group at all times
- Plan and implement open period activities
- Maintain camp equipment
- Maintain reports and attendance records
- Follow established camp procedures and guidelines
- Follow the YMCA mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all
Qualifications:
- Exposure to small structured group
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Interest in children and significant evidence of emotional maturity, good moral character, judgment, integrity and leadership capability.
- Ability to create and work within a Christian environment so that each camper has the opportunity for spiritual growth.
- Ability to adapt to changing needs and circumstances
- Current certification in First Aid and CPR
- Carrying, sitting, seeing, hearing, speaking, running, crouching, lifting (25lbs), and walking
