Summer Camp Counselor

Description:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Camp counselors at the YMCA of Ithaca and Tompkins County create a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while providing a safe, nurturing, creative, and fun camp experience in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Camp counselors instruct, supervise, and participate in a wide-range of activities including archery, arts and crafts, athletics, camp craft, character education, environmental education, group games, low ropes/team building, swimming, and more.

Responsibilities:

1. Actively supervise and engage with assigned campers.
2. Assists with daily attendance check-in/out and health screenings.
3. Develop positive relationships with campers, staff, and families.
4. Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents/guardians.
5. Handle discipline/behavior issues in accordance with YMCA behavior management procedures and promptly communicate with parents/guardians regarding camper progress and behavior.
6. Develop and execute detailed daily lesson plans, activities, and events based on accepted practices that promote quality experiences, fun, and skill-based learning.
7. Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and completes related reports as required.
8. Maintain program records and reports (i.e. Attendance, CACFP, Photo Waiver, Meal Counts & emergency records).
9. Demonstrate and incorporate the YMCA core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility.
10. Actively promote YMCA camp programming throughout the community.
11. Maintains all camp program spaces and supplies
12. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for all camp programs. This includes the YMCA’s Child Abuse Prevention protocols.
13. Attends all mandatory training and meetings
14. All other duties as assigned

Qualifications: