YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase Camp Counselor 26

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington • Bethesda, MD

3d

About The Position

Provides leadership to a group of children in the day camp program

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Must be 18 years of age
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test
• Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting
• Must meet the county/state licensing requirements
• Prior experience in supervision of children or one season’s experience as a junior counselor or have completed the CIT program
• Skilled in teaching a variety of crafts, songs, stories, games, sports, aquatics and related camp activities
• Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents
• Must understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to YMCA character development
• Complete Training for: Blood Borne Pathogens, Facility Orientation, Child Care Policy/Prevention of child abuse, Day Camp Policies, Staff/Parent Handbook, Camp Curriculum, Emergency Procedures
• The YMCA requires that all camp staff attend a minimum of 21 hours of training prior to the start of summer camp and that it be documented in personnel files
• Must be able to work from the week before camp begins for training to the end of the final week of the season
• Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children
• Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds
• Must have visual acuity to observe all children

Responsibilities

• Assists other staff members with planning and carrying out activities with a particular small group
• Promotes good personal relationships, teaches planned activities, and stays alert to potential health or safety dangers to campers
• Supports the Camp Director in planning and leading camp activities
• Ensures all supplies and program needs are available at the time necessary for the campers and ensures that the camp site is clean and neat when activities are over
• Attends all staff trainings, staff meetings, and participates in family events and activities
• Responsible for the health and safety of the campers; conduct hourly head counts throughout the day and in accordance with the Day Care/Day Camp Policy
• Interacts with the children at all times, taking part in each activity in which the children are involved
• Assists and participates in all camp-wide activities and special events
• Encourages respect for personal property, camp equipment, and facilities
• Write and follow a weekly lesson plan that has been pre-approved by Camp Director
• Maintains good public relations with parents
• Supports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particular
• Other duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED