SYEP - Meriden Camp Counselor

SYEP - Meriden Camp Counselor 2026

Join to apply for the SYEP - Meriden Camp Counselor 2026 role at New Britain-Berlin YMCA.

The CT Summer Youth Employment Program is intended to provide early work experiences for young people ages 14-24 that may not otherwise have this opportunity. There are limited opportunities available in the summer youth program. Please note that completing this application does not guarantee a placement. Application must be completed in full without omissions for consideration. Please provide/upload a copy of all required documents - social security card, birth certificate, picture .

Eligibility Requirements for State Funding

• 14-24 years old as of July 1, 2026
• Must reside or attend school in Meriden, CT
• Eligible for Free or Reduced School Meals Program (Meriden Public School Students are eligible for Free Lunch)
• or Family Income within 185% of Poverty Income Levels
• or a member of a family that receives Food Stamps
• or applicant is a foster child
• or at least 18 years old and lives at home, but receives less than 50% support for family (must be documented)
• or if youth has a documented disability he/she is counted as a family of 1 and only applicant’s income is counted

• Family size 1: $27,861
• Family size 2: $37,814
• Family size 3: $47,767
• Family size 4: $57,720
• Family size 5: $67,673
• Family size 6: $77,626
• Family size 7: $87,579
• Family size 8: $97,532
• Family size 9: $107,485
• Family size over 9 - add $9,953 per family member

Entry level

Full-time

Education and Training

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