POSITION SUMMARY:

The Camp Junior Counselor plays a critical role in the successful operation of the Summer Camp program. The Camp Junior Counselor is responsible for providing a safe and positive environment for school age children, to provide opportunities for learning, interaction and academic/personal growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•    Ensure the health, safety and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times. Understand, maintain, and ensure that participants follow safety procedures.

•    Be an agent of safety for campers. This includes taking responsibility for one’s own well-being and the well-being of others. Assist with health-related concerns.

•    Assist in the planning and implementation of 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.

•    Perform specific scheduled assignments, including but not limited to: swimming, arrival and/or departure, and lunch duty.

•    Support the planning and implementation of all camp activities, including but not limited to summer learning initiatives, field trips, in-camp events, and culminating performances.

•    Work cooperatively with all program staff.

•    Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants.

•    Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.

•    Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate).

•    Understand and communicate the YMCA’s Core Values and the goals of the Summer Camp program to staff, participants, and care givers.

•    Attend all required pre-camp trainings. Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings and special events.

•    Ensure program, staff and patrons maintain hygiene habits/practices in accordance with CDC guidelines.