Art Camp Counselor

Job Title: Art Camp Counselor

Branch: Upper Main Line YMCA

Pay Class: Part Time 

Shifts/Availability: Monday-Friday/ 8:30 am- 4:30 pm
Rate: $14.00-$16.00

About the YMCA of Greater Brandywine: The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of eight YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Position Purpose: Camp UMLY is hiring camp counsleors with a passion in art to lead summer camps. This is a 40 hour week seasonal position.

Responsibilities: 

• Assists with leading art curriculum and guided activities for all participants. 
• Leads with enthusiasm and positive motivation in the program. 
• Manage all equipment to ensure safety.  
• Maintains a clean and risk-free environment. 
• Ensures all children are picked up by parents. 
• Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to the appropriate person. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years of age or older 
• Demonstrate ability to develop and teach skills 
• Prior knowledge and at least 1 year of experience in the program area 
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and training within 90 days of hire

Benefits:

• Making a difference in a person’s life every day.
• Fun, fast-paced work environment
• Working for a diverse and inclusive community-based non-profit
• Opportunities for training and advancement
• Free Family Membership (all members of the family membership must live in      the same household)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonuses