Camp Counselor

Staff Engagement & Development

• Assist in the supervision of program participants in accordance with the organization's policies, EEC regulations, applicable laws, and QRIS Standards.
• Monitor and communicate with Head Counselor, Camp Directors, all staff related EEC, QRIS, and South Shore YMCA requirements.

Membership Engagement & Development

• Builds relationships with and among families and members, assists in responding to inquiries, and solves problems.
• Creates a supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new families, and connects families to the YMCA’s cause.

Facility Management

• Works with the Camp Directors and other Camp Staff members to ensure that program facilities and equipment for children are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained, and attractive.

Volunteer Development

• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities/events, and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.

Community Involvement & Support

• Assists in YMCA fundraising activities/events, and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.

About the Role

The South Shore YMCA Day Camps are a place where campers aged 3-15 come to enjoy a wide range of summer adventures. Camp is a unique place where we have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of many youth. Along with the fun that camp provides comes great responsibility, long hot days with many different challenges. In addition to practical experience and training, you must have a strong desire to work with youth. Working with us requires you to be a positive role model for youth and a compassionate leader amongst campers and staff at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of programs to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
• Work in a team with a head counselor and assist leading a group of up to 20 campers through their camp day.
• Responsible for assisting in the compliance in all related areas including the Department of Early Education & Care (EEC) licensing procedures and regulations, assisting in working towards increased Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) levels as determined by SACC goals and promoting YUSA Healthy Eating Physical Activity (HEPA) standards.
• Provide reasonable accommodations to allow children with disabilities to participate in activities whenever possible and to meet each child’s individual needs according to EEC and ADA.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old by June 15th.

Qualifications

• Experience with school-age children is preferred.
• The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with staff, children & families, volunteers, school administrators, members, community leaders, and other agencies is critical to this position.
• Effective management skills, the ability to implement methods to address and follow up with family needs/concerns in a positive and professional way reflecting an attitude that values diversity.

Core Competencies

• Leader Level: Mission and Community Oriented - Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Work effectively with people of all backgrounds and levels. Willingness to serve and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build supportive relationships with them.
• People Oriented: Remains calm in challenging situations and seeks to understand the underlying cause. Speaks and writes effectively. Develops rapport, relates well, and takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Results Oriented: Discovers ideas to create and deliver a high-value member experience. Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, plans work, supports fundraising, and adheres to budgeting procedures.
• Personal Development: Recognizes personal strengths and limitations, pursues self-development, and demonstrates flexibility.

Core Competencies Essential for Caring for and Educating Children & Youth

• Understanding the Growth and Development of Children and Youth: Understands the growth and development of children and youth.
• Guiding and Interacting with Children and Youth: Guides and interacts with children and youth.
• Partnering with Families and Communities: Partners with families and communities.
• Health, Safety, and Nutrition: Ensures health, safety, and nutrition.
• Learning Environments and Implementing Curriculum: Implements curriculum in learning environments.
• Observation, Assessment, and Documentation: Observes, assesses, and documents.
• Program Planning and Development: Plans and develops programs.
• Professionalism and Leadership: Demonstrates professionalism and leadership.

Pay

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Camp runs Monday through Friday between June 15 to August 21, 2026. Successful applicants are expected to be available for the full camp season. Applicants are expected to be available for training June 2nd - 13th during after-school and weekend hours.