Summer Camp Day Camp Counselor

Overview

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Day Camp Counselor

Serves as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. Recreational activities with campers include but are not limited to, arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songs, nature hikes, archery, and other games and enrichment activities.

What You'll Get From Working At The Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household

• Retirement with generous employer contributions

• Free access to mental health resources

• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire

• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs

Responsibilities

Supervises a group of campers. Ensures that all campers are accounted for and safe at all times. Facilitates program activities that are developmentally appropriate and which promote camper skill and character development. Leads and assists with facilitation of all-camp special events. Provides leadership and supervision to any developing teen leaders placed with the group. Maintains safety and cleanliness standards. Takes special note of individual camper health needs or concerns on a daily basis. Shares cleaning duties with fellow staff. Communicates personal or camper needs to supervisor in a timely manner. Maintains equipment in sound and safe order. Attends staff meetings and trainings. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Occasionally lifts store or janitorial products and supplies, up to 50 pounds

Work Environment

This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors.

Travel

All travel required for work will be done by YMCA Authorized Drivers.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

• All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

• 18 years old or older
• 1-2 years of experience with children; camps, childcare, tutoring, nannying, coaching
• Previous camp experience preferred
• 1+ years of experience leading others as a supervisor or lead
• Demonstrated experience planning and implementing group activities
• Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming

Preferred Education/Experience

• Current state approved first aid certification*
• Current state approved CPR certification*
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Current Wilderness First Responder strongly preferred

Other Requirements

• Documented knowledge of challenge courses and current safety standards and practices
• Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.)
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful
• Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building

Our Mission

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

YMCAs Core Values

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

Equal Opportunity Employer

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.