Senior Arts and Sciences Camp Counselor
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Child Minding / Nanny
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Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Senior Arts and Sciences Camp Counselor to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the summer camp community around us, helping children reach their potential, setting age‑appropriate goals, and changing lives in our Y community.
What is needed for this job- At least 18 years old
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Or 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 as a Y Camp Counselor or in a comparable program
- Enthusiasm, sense of humor, and patience
- Supervise campers and plan camp activities; actively participate to encourage participation
- Ensure all campers can participate in all activities, regardless of varied abilities
- Identify, address, and correct inappropriate behavior
- Maintain appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid the risk of accidents
- Assist 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
- Support from an amazing team, including training you on expectations
- Opportunities to learn and grow
- Being part of a non‑profit organization that works to make the community stronger
- Great members to work with every day
After reading this, if you feel this is you, we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3‑minute online application.
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam‑era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.
Seniority level- Entry level
- Full‑time
- Education and Training
- Non‑profit Organizations
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