Camp Counselor

4 months ago


Kennett Square, United States YMCA of Greater Brandywine Full time

We are a diverse community joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living and foster social responsibility.

With more than 60,000 members across Chester County, our programs and facilities are always based on the unique needs and interests of the communities we serve. In addition, our volunteers, staff, members and donors are all united by a deep commitment to continually strengthen Chester County.

**Job Title**:  Camp Counselor
**Branch**: Kennett Area YMCA
**Pay Class**: Part Time
**Shifts**: Monday - Friday/Day
**Rate**: $13.50 - $14.50

**About the YMCA of Greater Brandywine**: The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of eight YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

**Position Purpose**: The Kennett Area YMCA is looking for energetic and motivated counselors who enjoy planning and leading activities for summer campers ages Kindergarten to 6th grade.

**Responsibilities**:

- Ensures the safety and well-being of all campers in the group and camp-wide
- Plans and leads activities in accordance with the camp schedule
- Responsible for direct supervision of campers in assigned group.
- Maintains positive relationships with campers, parents and staff
- Organizes and maintains camp equipment, supplies and property
- Actively participates in all aspects of the day camp schedule as assigned
- Maintains camp records including, but not limited to: accident & incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance documents
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

**Qualifications**:

- Must be at least 16 years of age and/or have prior experience in working with children in a camp environment.
- Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs.
- Attend all required pre-camp and camp season trainings and meetings as scheduled.
- Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings before first day of camp.

**Benefits**:

- Making a difference in a person’s life every day.
- Fun, fast-paced work environment
- Working for a diverse and inclusive community-based non-profit
- Opportunities for training and advancement
- Free Family Membership (all members of the family must live in the same household)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral bonuses