Camp Counselor

Job Title: Camp Counselor 

Branch:  Lionville YMCA

Pay Class: Part Time 

Shifts: Monday – Friday/Day
Rate: $13.50 

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:  The Lionville YMCA is looking for energetic and motivated counselors who enjoy planning and leading activities for summer campers ages Kindergarten to 6th grade. 
  

Responsibilities:  

• Ensures the safety and well-being of all campers in the group and camp-wide  
• Plans and leads activities in accordance with the camp schedule  
• Responsible for direct supervision of campers in assigned group.   
• Maintains positive relationships with campers, parents and staff  
• Organizes and maintains camp equipment, supplies and property  
• Actively participates in all aspects of the day camp schedule as assigned  
• Maintains camp records including, but not limited to: accident & incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance documents  
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor  

Qualifications:  

• Must be at least 18 years of age and/or have prior experience in working with children in a camp environment.
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs.
• Attend all required pre-camp and camp season trainings and meetings as scheduled.
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings before first day of camp.

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 must live in the same household)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonuses