Summer Outdoor Day Camp Counselor; Part-Time

Equity Commitment

We actively promote a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Hiring Rate: $21.30 - $22.50/hr DOE. Must be 16 years or older to apply. Positions grades 1-4 (Grade 6 in some locations). Day Camp season runs June 22nd through the end of August, training week 06/13-06/19. Counselors start 6/1.

• Camp Kilworth (Federal Way)
• Auburn YMCA
• Shoreview Park (Shoreline)
• Cottage Lake Park (Woodinville)
• Camp Terry (Preston)
• Smith Elementary (Sammamish)
• Ben Rush Elementary (Redmond)
• Coal Creek YMCA
• Sammamish YMCA
• Snoqualmie YMCA
• Magnuson Park (Seattle)
• Lincoln Park (Seattle)
• Kent YMCA
• Des Moines Elementary

Monday‑Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, up to 25 hours a week.

• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
• Discounts on qualifying YGS childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs – 25% for part‑time staff, 50% for full‑time staff

• Oversee a group of up to 15 children to ensure their health, safety and provide a positive experience for each camper.
• Implement program activities.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Professionally engage with parents/guardians to provide pertinent program information and share about their camper’s experience.
• Ensure that equipment is clean, safe, set up and stored properly.
• Attend staff meetings and training programs as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift supplies up to 20 pounds.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements. They are also responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

• 16 years of age or older
• 0‑1 years of experience with children – camps, childcare, tutoring, or nannying.
• Experience planning and implementing group activities.
• Ability to model and demonstrate Y values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
• Completion of CPR/First Aid Training* (at hire, or earliest possible training, but no later than 30 days after employment).

• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.)
• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
• Are very adaptable.
• Have high ownership and a strong work ethic.
• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
• Truly enjoy service to people.
• Like being part of a team that cares about one another and enjoys working together.
• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E‑Verify system.