Senior Summer Camp Counselor
Greater Philadelphia YMCA · Audubon, NJ · 7 mo ago
EducationFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Summer Camp Counselor to positively impact the summer camp community and help children reach their full potential.
Responsibilities
- Supervise campers and plan camp activities.
- Actively participate in activities to encourage participation.
- Ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual.
- Identify, address, and redirect/correct inappropriate behavior.
- Avoid the risk of accidents by ensuring appropriate behavior of campers and staff.
- Aid in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.
- Embody the GPY commitment to diversity and inclusion, no matter race, color, creed, or gender identification.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.
- Experience working with children and at least two seasons working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.
- Enthusiasm, sense of humor, and patience.
Qualifications
Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
Opportunities to learn and grow.
Support from an amazing team which includes training on expectations.
Great members to work with every day!
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer.