Camp Evergreen Counselor

Reports To: Associate Executive Director

FLSA: Exempt - FT Seasonal

Salary Range
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Seasonal Salary $4000.00;
Training $15.50/hour

A Career with a Cause
:

We are welcoming
: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow.
We are genuine
: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful
: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing
: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined
: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

We are for ALL.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org)

Position Summary:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Associate Executive Director the Camp Counselor is responsible for working with staff and unit leader in an active outdoor day camp program that will meet the objectives of the Hal Welsh East  Area Family YMCA and will be appropriate for campers within the unit they are assigned.

Individually responsible for 12-16 campers (over 12 campers will have assistant) per session, be in water to assist aquatics staff with swimming and supervision, provide opportunities for all campers to build confidence, learn new life-skills, develop friendships, assist with daily pick-up assignmentand attend at least 2 overnights if needed. The Camp Counselor assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training .

Salary and Benefits:

Salary Range: $4000.00/season, Seasonal, non-exempt

YMCA Membership

YMCA Summer Day Camp Quality Service Theme:

By acting as role models and building lasting relationships, we make a positive difference in families’ lives.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

To supervise an assigned group of 12-16 children ensuring their enjoyment and safety; be aware of safety/medical issues to eliminate accidents. This includes supervising the application of sunscreen and bug spray2-3x daily and all campers are drinking enough fluids regularly to prevent any dehydration; assist all campers with the daily organization of their belongings; handle all discipline problems in a consistent manner as they occur.

Seek advice from Unit Director, Camp Director, Assistant Camp Director or Program Director as needed.

To maintain all records for the group including attendance, camper assignments to counselors, overnight attendance, parent communications.

Assist with daily pick-up procedures and assignments

To attend and be actively involved in staff training and orientation as well as weekly camp staff meetings.

To work with other staff to develop a full recreational and educational program each session; assist in specialty areas of: swimming, arts, horseback riding, archery, nature studies, and adventure; assist in the development and implementation of special programs as assigned by the Program Director or Unit Director.

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