Camp Counselor - Camp Seewackamano (Fall) at YMCA of Kingston & Ulster County

Overview:

The Camp Counselor is an important role in the YMCA’s childcare and camp programs. They will be a part of an on-site team organizing and implementing YMCA facility and camp program activities, and developing skills for children and their families from kindergarten to 5^th grade. Shifts are part-time, morning and afternoon; evenings possible for other programming. 

Responsibilities:

• Supervises a group of children and parent groups, homeschool families
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards
• Attends staff meetings and trainings
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions
• All staff are required to participate in trainings to reduce the risk of child abuse to understand their abuse risk management responsibilities

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred
  • Associates in Child Development, Recreation or related field a plus
• 1 year experience working with children less than 13 years of age required 
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a childcare setting
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: art, songs/music, skits, sports, and recreational games, outdoor activities, etc
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training required to be completed along with other trainings after hire

Benefits:

• Retirement contribution, once eligible
• YMCA Membership, once eligible
• Paid Sick Time 

Posted Salary Range:USD $15.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr. Apply Now