The Camp Counselor aids in supervising and effectively leading a group of campers in daily camp activities. Camp Counselors provide a safe and nurturing environment for campers and are actively involved and have a positive attitude about all camp activities.

SALARY RANGE:$585.00 - $785.00/week

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experience success.
Assist each camper with meeting personal goals and those established by the camp for camper development.
Follow established procedures for supervising camper health and enforcing all safety regulations. Maintain health, safety, cleanliness in program areas.
Identify and report any potential risks.
Supervise campers throughout daily activities and ensure program areas are safe for current activities. Take and maintain attendance throughout the day.
Actively participate in staff training, meetings, etc.
Help out with all camp activities and participate as a member of the camp staff team.
Demonstrate/teach the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility with all campers and staff.
Follow all camp rules, regulations and policies and enforce them among peers.
Maintain positive public relations with parents, visitors, and the general public at all times.
Able to visually and audibly identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to assigned activities.
Capable to respond appropriately to emergencies and situations requiring first aid and/or CPR.
Submit all required paperwork on time.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Attend all Camp Counselor trainings and orientation.

Qualifications

Prior camp staff experience or equivalent experience preferred.
CPR and First Aid certified (can be obtained upon hire).
Must have good decision making skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Positive attitude.
Desire and ability to work in a camp setting.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.

Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.

Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.

Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.

Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.

Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.

Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.

Fiscal Management: Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.

Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.

Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.

Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.

Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g.: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.

Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

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