Abilities Camp Counselor - Day Camp

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

Part Time, Hourly | $13.00-$15.00 per hour

Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? 

We are looking for an Abilities Camp Counselor to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community. 

Some rewards for joining our team: 

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! 

• Flexible work schedule

• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs

• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job:

• 18+ years of age

• A degree in Special Education or related field, with at least 3 years’ experience working with children with special needs

• Prior camp and supervisory experience preferred

• Ability to motivate and supervise staff

• Ability to work with and be sensitive to others while always portraying a positive management style

• Desire to mentor program participants of a variety of ages

• Ability to communicate clearly and manage conflicts effectively

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Encourage program participants providing excellent service to participants and members

• Read and be accountable for YMCA, state licensing, and ACA guidelines, policies and procedures

• Supervise by being able to identify, KNOW, SEE, RESPOND to ensure the safety of each child in your direct care at all times. Adhere to small group/ratio established by the state licensing agency and ACA

• Assist in the supervision and planning of camp activities; ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual

• Actively participate in activities to encourage participation

• Assist in the supervision and planning of camp activities; ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual

• Actively participate in activities to encourage participation

• Assist Unit Leaders in effective and timely communication with parents/guardians regarding children's program experience, progress. Maintain confidentiality, use sensitivity, and patience at all times

• Direct and maintain control of environments that build children’s self-esteem. Utilize positive reinforcement techniques for redirection as a form of behavior management

• Interpret and maintain safety and health policies and procedures; review and understand your roles and responsibilities in emergency procedures

• Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid risk of accidents; maintain awareness of camper well-being

• Adhere to policies and procedures when caring for injured campers; report all incidents. Ensure a safe environment

• Accurately maintain daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, and allergy reports

• Arrive to camp, meetings and activities with camp group at assigned time; displaying good sportsmanship; following YMCA rules and regulations

• Ensure quality of camp by noting any problems, safety concerns, or equipment disrepair

• Ensure camp and equipment cleanliness

• Develop and implement an activity or program with campers

• Plan at least one service project to increase camper awareness of environment, cultural diversity or within a prescribed theme

• Reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through example and recognition of participant displays of character

• Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents/caretakers

• Conduct YMCA Programs in accordance with YMCA program standards ensuring adherence to YMCA court regulations

• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations

• Opportunities to learn and grow

• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

• Great members to work with every day!

After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me-  we want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.