Summer Day Camp Counselor
Grade 12 Hiring Range: $20/hr. - $22/hr.
(Salary Range: $20/hr. - $28/hr.)
Must be 18 years or older to apply.
Tell me about this job!
Every day campers participate in fun and engaging YMCA summer day camp programs. Lead counselors will co-lead a group of 10-15 youth in various activities throughout the camp, including group games, crafts, STEM projects, cooking projects and more, as well as support the supervisor. Spend your summer full of fun with kids all summer long! Openings across Greater Seattle including West Seattle, SeaTac, Central Seattle, Shoreline, Bothell, Woodinville, near Issaquah, Snoqualmie and Sammamish.
Day Camp season runs June 26th through the end of August, (start dates vary by location) with training the week of 06/20 - 06/26.
Shift Information:
Full-Time, Scheduled for shifts during Day Camp Hours Monday-Friday Between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM
What you'll get from working at The Y
Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
What you'll be doing
Oversees a group of up to 15 children to ensure their health, safety and to provide a positive experience for each camper.
Implements program activities. May be asked to assist in planning activities.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
Professionally engages with parents/guardians to provide pertinent program information and share about their camperâs experience.
Ensures that equipment is clean, safe, set up and stored properly.
Attends staff meetings and training programs as required.
Other duties as assigned.
MMR Vaccination May be Required: Camp programs require Mumps, Measles and Rhubella immunization in accordance with Department of Children, Youth and Family requirements.
Physical Demands
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 office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
***Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What we're looking for in an applicant
18 years of age or older
1-2 yearsâ 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.
TB Test may be required depending on camp type or location.
Completion of minimum STARS required training, CPR/First Aid Training*
Cleared Portable Background Check in the statewide registry MERIT.**
*At hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 30 days after employment.)
**At hire, or during onboarding for position.
Preferred Education/Experience
Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.)
High school diploma or the equivalent of one.
You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you
Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
Are very adaptable.
Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
Truly enjoy being of service to people.
Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.
Our Mission
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.
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