Day Camp Counselor (Bronx YMCA)

Description:

The YMCA of Greater New York reaches half a million New Yorkers through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. 

Y Day Camp:

There is an energy and magic to summer camp that cannot be replicated. Throughout the gyms, classrooms, playgrounds, campgrounds, buses and trains, campers can be heard laughing, singing, playing and learning. Y Camps provide an exciting camp experience in a safe and accepting environment and enhance campers’ self-confidence, self-esteem and leadership skills.

Is this the job for you?

Do you want to work for an organization that continuously strives to make a positive impact in NYC? The Y is in all 5 boroughs. We serve 13,000 campers by providing fun, safe and positive experiences for kids.

Who are we looking to hire?

We are looking for people who enjoy working with youth. People who are creative, have a passion about teaching youth new skills, are enthusiastic and model our four core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. We are looking for people who can provide a safe and positive environment for school age children, to provide opportunities for learning, interaction and academic/personal growth.

What’s in it for you?

Aside from being a part of a greater movement and actively playing a role in developing our next generation, the Y offers so much more: Build your resume with marketable skills that include teamwork, creativity, communication and leadership. All camp staff receive 40 hours of training which are great to list on your resume.

Work for an organization that consistently raises the bar and always looks towards being innovative – did you know the Y invented basketball?

Have fun – while this a serious job and safety is our number one priority, we conduct our days with all things fun.

Check out how much fun we have at camp: http://www.ymcanyc.org/association/pages/day-camp-guides

What is it like to be at the Y for a day? Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at all the amazing programs and activities that take place every day at New York City’s Y. Spend a day with us! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJdt45WcH_M

Responsibilities:

A day in the life of a Day Camp Counselor:

The Day Camp Counselor plays a critical role in the successful operation of the Summer Day Camp program. The Day Camp Counselor is responsible for providing a safe and positive environment for school age children and provide opportunities for learning, interaction and academic/personal growth. Day Camp Counselors plan and implement meaningful activities, lesson plans and special events that are structured, age-appropriate, fun, exciting, challenging, and values based in the areas of arts, STEM, character development, literacy, creative expression, community service, physical fitness and/or nutrition. The incumbent will also promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants, and promotes a positive camp spirit.

Qualifications: