Job description

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 (located at the outdoor Kennett pool)
Pay Class: Part Time
Shifts: Monday – Friday
Rate: $13 - $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: As a secondary staff person, the Kennett YMCA Camp Counselor is responsible for the safety, well-being and supervision of the campers. All assigned duties will be performed in a manner reflecting the YMCA of the USA character development traits of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers in the group and camp-wide and ensure a risk-free environment for all.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of activities in accordance with the camp
• schedule, submitting written plans prior to each week or as assigned by Camp Director.
• Maintain positive relationships with campers, parents, and staff.
• Organize and maintain camp equipment, supplies, and property.
• Actively participate in all aspects of the day camp schedule as assigned.
• Maintain camp records including, but not limited to accident & incident reports, sign in/out
• sheets, attendance documents, etc.
• Maintain ACA requirements/ratios and help others do the same.
• Work collaboratively with Head Counselor for assigned group.
• 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 child’s life every day
• Fun, fast-paced work environment
• Opportunities for training and advancement
• Working for a diverse and inclusive community-based non-profit
• Free family membership(all members of the family membership must live in the same household)
• 2023 Stay On Bonus up to $425.00

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY - The YMCA of the Greater Brandywine considers candidates for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, genetic information, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable federal, state & local laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.50 per hour

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