Camp Counselor at Camp Boroughs (Summer Seasonal)

Description

Do you enjoy working with children and planning fun and engaging activities? Are you looking to create a summer filled with fun for youth in the community? If so, please consider applying and joining our Summer Camp Team at the Boroughs Family Branch YMCA!

Summer Camp dates are from June 16th, 2025 - August 22nd, 2025. Working hours are Monday - Friday are from 7:30am - 5:30pm. Shifts are either 7:30 am - ratio or 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Camp Staff are required to attend weekly staff meetings on Thursday nights at 5:30 pm.

Mandatory full day Camp Training dated (subject to change): May 31st, June 1st, June 7th & June 8th

Under the supervision of the Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director, the camp counselor is responsible for helping to plan and implement camp programming, identify and meet camper needs, lead and guide group of campers, while maintaining YMCA day camp standards and DPH standards.

Job Duties:

• Supervise & ensure the safety of all campers
• Facilitate and lead camp activities including: sports, games, arts & crafts, swimming, and field trips
• Keep attendance of all campers and make sure you know where campers are at all times
• Follow emergency procedures when necessary including CPR/AED/First Aid when needed
• Assist in camper pick up and drop off in the mornings & afternoons
• Communicate in a respectful & friendly manner when needed to parents/guardian of campers
• Assist with clean up, setting up/taking down equipment, and encourage campers to pick up after themselves
• Model YMCA values like caring, honesty & respect and build positive rapport with campers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications
• Desire and Ability to work with children indoors, outdoors, and in the pools.
• Ability to assist in teaching an activity.
• Ability to relate to one’s peer group.
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability
• Have reliable transportation to get to camp on time on a regular basis.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control
• At least 16 years of age

Job Type: Full-time, Temporary--SUMMER SEASONAL

Schedule: 40 hours a week from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm with occasional weekend and weeknight trainings and meetings

Pay: $16.00 per hour for new hires, $16.50 for 1 year history returning Camp Counselors, and $17.00 for 2+ years history returning Camp Counselors. Plus, benefits include access to YMCA facilities for all YMCA employees, Employee Assistance Program & Sick Leave.

If you are interested in the position, please submit your online application with a list of available dates and times for a potential interview!

About Us:

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The YMCA of Central Massachusetts provides an environment that reflects, respects, and celebrates our differences and the richness of diversity, resulting in strengthening the foundation of community through our pillars of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA of Central Massachusetts is made up of our 6 branches throughout Worcester County: Central Community Branch (Worcester, MA), Greendale Family Branch (Worcester, MA), Boroughs Family Branch (Westborough, MA), Montachusett Community Branch (Fitchburg, MA), Leominster Community Branch (Leominster, MA), and Tri Community Branch (Southbridge, MA).