The Summer Camp Counselor provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal summer camp. The incumbent will create positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers.  

Qualifications: 

• Minimum age of 18.

• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.

• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a day camp setting.

• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, camping, songs/music, theatre, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc.

• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification – training will be provided. 
• Ability to work with people from a variety of different ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, religious, sexual, and generational backgrounds.

Essential Functions:

1. Supervise a group of children.
2. Assist in providing a quality program,  taking into consideration the needs of each child and the goals and objectives of the YMCA
3. Develop, write, and implement weekly lesson plans that support summer learning loss prevention, arts & humanities enrichment, healthy living focus, STEM, social and emotional learning support, and field trips. 
4. Plan and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
5. Maintain program areas and adheres to program standards in regards to equipment, storage, safety and cleanliness.              
6. Cultivate positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions. 
7. Ensure the safety and health of all campers through proper supervision at all times.  Actively participate with all children.
8. Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times according to the YMCA Code of Conduct.
9. Implement the YMCA Safety Around Water Program. 
10. Responsible for daily record keeping and check-in with the Head Camp Coordinator.
11. Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
12. Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Work schedule will include daytime hours and ability to travel to all program activity sites.

ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING CLEARANCES FOR EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO THE DATE OF HIRE. CLEARANCES ARE ACCEPTED WITHIN 2 YEARS OF THE HIRE DATE. EMPLOYEES WILL BE COMPENSATED UP TO $50.00 FOR CLEARANCES ONCE THE PROBATIONARY PERIOD HAS BEEN PASSED. 

*PA CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK

*PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CERTIFICATION

*FBI CLEARANCE (DEPT. OF HUMAN SERVICES)

ADDITIONAL CHILDCARE REQUIREMENTS:

• MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING CERTIFICATE
• NSOR CLEARANCE (National Sex Offender Registry)
• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED
• VERIFICATION OF 2,500 HOURS WORKING WITH CHILDREN
• 2 LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
• STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR, INCLUDING TB TESTING (ELIGIBLE FOR REIMBURSEMENT)