Day Camp Counselor - Northern York

Day Camp Counselor - Northern York County

Camp Heartwood Nature Program is an outdoor day camp where counselors and campers explore the outdoors, rain or shine! Come enjoy our 26 acres of land for a one-of-a-kind summer experience.

• School Break Dates:
  February 16th-20th and April 20th-24th.
• Summer Dates:
  June 8th-August 21st.

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to a large-group program consistent with the YMCA mission, goals, and objectives of the YMCA of Southern Maine.
• Conduct a safe, quality, and age-appropriate large group camp experience for your group.
• Be responsible during staff training and staff meetings to become completely familiar with the camping goals, programs, camp personnel policies, safety procedures, skills and protocol necessary to accomplish the specified position.
• Plan, organize, and implement a quality program for all campers.
• Participate in general planning and staff meetings.
• Be responsible for the health and safety of each camper.
• Be a positive adult role model for campers through good work habits, enthusiasm, good attitude, adherence to camp personnel policies, and safety rules.
• Assist each camper in adjusting to the camp environment and allow him/her to grow in individual achievements and peer group interactions.
• Assist in camp assemblies, family nights, all-camp activities, overnights, and special events as assigned by the Camp Coordinator.
• Keep group & programs areas safe, clean, and orderly.
• Complete session evaluations and season evaluations as requested by the Camp Director.
• Commit and fulfill all duties stated and any other duty as assigned by the Camp Director.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records of campers and immediately report all absences to the Camp Director.
• Immediately report all behavioral problems to the Camp Director. Document all incidents and communicate with Camp Director so they can contact families.
• Advocate for the Y by promoting our cause and assist with the annual campaign by increasing awareness about the campaign within the Y community.
• Adhere to all Y Brand guidelines and receive prior approval for use and creation of any Y related social media from the Marketing department.
• Learn and actively utilize UKG Employee Portal on a consistent basis.
• Other duties as required.

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Copy of necessary certifications and/or training certificates.
• Previous Junior Counselor or equivalent experience.
• Experience, knowledge, and ability to teach, and supervise campers in a variety of camp program activities.
• First Aid & CPR Certification.
• A Criminal Background check is required, including fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), prior to hire. This will be paid for by the YMCA of Southern Maine.
• A clean record as determined through criminal background check and fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS).
• The incumbent will possess experience and knowledge in the areas of camp counseling, administration skills, youth leadership skills and development, public relations, and experience working with children 5-14 years old.

USD $17.00 - $17.25 /Hr.

• Free personal membership!
• Earned Paid Leave.
• Generous program discounts!
• Meaningful assistance programs like mentoring and retirement (403(b) and Y Retirement when eligible).
• Training, certification and advancement opportunities.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Wellness and Fitness Services