Overnight Camp Counselor J1 – Hi Rock

Description

The Overnight Camp Counselor aids in supervising and effectively leading a group of campers in a resident camp setting. The Overnight Camp Counselor maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe conditions in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. This results in a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined. Overnight Camp Counselors may be asked to work in resident camp and/or day camp depending on camp needs.

Essential Functions:

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• Demonstrates values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in relationships with colleagues, members, volunteers, vendors, and guests
• Builds positive, nurturing relationships with children and cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers
• Promotes and supports the potential of all youth and facilitates peer-to-peer connections
• Responds to and provides opportunities to discuss individual or group problems or concerns
• Assists campers in meeting personal and camp-established development goals
• Follows procedures for supervising camper health and enforcing safety regulations
• Supervises all aspects of campers' daily routines (waking up, kapers, meals, siesta, activities, bedtime, overnights, after-hours duty)
• Plans and leads nightly Cabin Chat sessions
• Instructs campers in emergency procedures (fire, severe weather, lost camper, tag calls)
• Teaches and assists during Coaching Periods as assigned
• Serves as a Lifeguard or Lookout at the waterfront as assigned
• Participates in Weekend Program, Unit On Duty, and other assigned events
• Actively participates in staff training, meetings, and supervisory conferences
• Follows all camp procedures and guidelines related to health, safety, supervision, attendance, and reporting requirements
• Communicates with staff, campers, and parents in a timely and professional manner to support a positive YMCA experience

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old with the ability to work with and relate to children and peers in an outdoor setting
• Minimum 4 weeks of relevant experience (junior counselor, structured camping, or supervising children)
• Ability to communicate effectively with various age groups and skill levels
• Ability to live in a cabin with campers for the full season
• Serves as a positive role model with integrity and adaptability
• Willingness to accept supervision and guidance
• Ability to teach and assist with activities and skill development
• Strong communication skills to support, motivate, and guide campers and staff
• Maintains composure and objectivity under pressure
• Observant, safety-conscious, and able to respond quickly in emergencies
• Completes required training and onboarding
• Holds valid CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certifications