What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Day Camp Counselors (Heart of the Valley YMCA) position at YMCA OF THE FOX CITIES?
The Heart of the Valley YMCA is hiring full- & part-time day camp counselors for this summer's Camp Kimber Y, Camp Tanner and Camp Sunrise programs. Spend your summer both indoors and out, exploring the nature, playing games, creating art and teaching school age children. This seasonal opportunity is perfect for those who love working with kids, teachers seeking a summer job, college students looking for experience, and anyone who has a passion for children and tons of fun!
Day Camp Counselor (Full-Time): Responsible for the day-to-day operation of all day camp procedures, health and welfare of campers, security, and communication with staff and parents. Responsible for providing leadership for the Day Camp Program in both large and small group activities.
Day Camp Assistant (Part-Time): Assist and provide a variety of developmentally appropriate material and activities, which foster social skills and encourages children to think, problem solve, question and experiment. Implements a daily schedule based on developmentally appropriate activities for school aged children.
Openers & Closers (Part-Time): Responsibilities include leading developmentally appropriate activities that encourage social skills, creativity, problem-solving, and exploration, as well as assisting with daily setup and cleanup.
This is a full- or part-time position, with trainings starting in late May. Camp programming June through August 2026.