Under the direction of the Camp Director, or his/her designee, and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, the group counselor will be directly responsible for the safety, supervision, leadership and guidance for a group of campers.

• Build and maintain a positive environment for all campers.
• Make pre-camp phone calls to assigned campers each session.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the camp areas during each activity period throughout the day.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of campers. (at the Director’s request on the first day of each session and certain other days one may have to arrive early or stay late for camp)
• Check group attendance and report absences to the Camp Office Manager.
• Execute lesson plans, as an integral part of the daily program, making changes, as they become necessary.
• Incorporate weekly themes into daily activities.
• Prepare and present morning devotion, song, or skit as scheduled.
• Facilitate proper group behavior in assemblies.
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained.
• Assist in providing a positive learning experience for CILT, CIT or any teen camper assigned to you, when applicable. (Branch specific)
• Assist in lifeguarding and swim with your group during group swim time. (Proper dress always required)
• Manage appropriate behavior with all children and implement the Camp’s discipline policy when necessary.
• Maintain all equipment in good condition.
• Report all program changes and equipment needs to the Camp Director/ Leadership Staff.
• Attend staff meetings and scheduled activities.
• Report to the Camp Director/ Leadership Staff any difficult or unusual situations.
• Maintain responsibility of “special duty” assigned weekly.
• Complete all required training.
• Implement the camp reward system to ensure positive reinforcement for all campers.
• Maintain a positive relationship with campers, parents, co-workers, supervisors.
• Willingness to take the initiative in daily activities and programs.
• Provide guidance and awareness of camp program to other departments.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years of age (minimum 18 years of age for licensed programs).
• Experience and training significant for camp programs.
• Interest in children and significant evidence of emotional maturity, good moral character, judgement, integrity and leadership capability.
• Enjoyment and appreciation of the outdoors.
• Ability to create and work within a Christian environment so that each camper has the opportunity for spiritual growth.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
• Safety certifications and all trainings and certifications in accordance with the Quality Standards within required timeframe.
• Desire to learn and apply experiences as necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills to be able to communicate in a positive manner with member, participants and staff.

Physical Requirements

• Standing
• Hearing
• Swimming
• Sitting
• Walking
• Lifting (50 lbs)
• Vision
• Running
• Pulling

Effect on End Result:

The effectiveness of the incumbent’s performance will be measured by mutually agreed upon objectives. Furthermore, the effectiveness will be measured by:

• The well being and character development of the campers.
• Steady growth in professional and personal skills.
• A commitment level that fulfills all expectations of the position.