Ability Camp Lead Counselor
YMCA
Location
Northampton Township, Pennsylvania
Salary
$13 - $17 / HOUR
Quick overview
Ability Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising and engaging campers in scheduled activities, providing necessary pull-out support, and ensuring program activities are adapted to meet the needs of all participants. They must also provide instructional support for skill development and maintain a safe program area free of hazards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess experience working with children (1+ years) and the Special Needs community, which can be professional, volunteer, or familial. Experience in aquatics, fitness, or related activities, along with excellent communication skills, is also required.
Job description
Ability Camp Counselor
Holland, PA | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly | $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?
We are looking for an Ability Camp Counselor to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the summer camp community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community.
Some rewards for joining our team
- Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
- Flexible work schedule
- Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
- Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!
What is needed to be an Ability Camp Counselor
- 18+ years of age
- Experience working with the Special Needs community (professional, volunteer, or familial)
- 1+ years of experience working with children
- Experience in aquatics, fitness, or related activities
- Excellent communication skills
- Ensure that programs are executed to meet the needs of all ages, abilities, and skill levels as well as maintaining safety and well-being of campers
The responsibilities we trust to our Ability Camp Counselors
- Supervise and engage Ability Campers in regularly scheduled camp activities and provide pull-out opportunities for campers who may need them
- Provide instructional support and age appropriate progressive skill development in the program
- Adapt program activities according to camper's needs
- Provide feedback to participants and parents/guardians on individual performance
- Ensure program area is safe and clear of any hazards
What you can expect as an Ability Camp Counselor
- Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
- Opportunities to learn and grow
- Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
- Great members to work with every day!
YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply
After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you!
Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.
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Benefits
- Flexible work schedule
- Free Ymca membership
- Discounts on child care and summer camp programs
