Country Club Camp - Support Staff

Support Staff (Camp Counselors) -

Locations:

• Lake Valhalla Club June 22, - August 14, 2026

• Rockaway River Country Club June 22, - July 31, 2026

Hours

• Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM

Are you energetic, responsible, and passionate about working with kids? Join the team at the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA as a Support Staff (Camp Counselor) and help create an unforgettable summer experience for campers!

Under the direction of the Site Director, Camp Counselors play an essential role in delivering a safe, engaging, and mission-driven camp program. You’ll provide direct supervision, lead activities, build positive relationships, and help foster a fun and inclusive environment where children grow in confidence, friendship, and character.

If you enjoy staying active, being part of a team, and making a real impact in your community — this is the summer job for you!

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct supervision of an assigned group of campers throughout the camp day

• Assist in leading daily activities including rotations, lunch, swimming supervision, and theme days

• Maintain YMCA program standards for safety, cleanliness, and risk management

• Follow all YMCA policies related to medical situations, behavior management, child abuse prevention, and emergency response

• Build positive, professional relationships with campers, families, and staff

• Help create a structured, inclusive, and fun camp environment

• Greet campers and families warmly at arrival and dismissal

• Collaborate closely with the Site Director and fellow camp staff

Benefits 

• Free YMCA Membership for time worked including regulation-sized pool, BRAND NEW, STATE OF THE ART Health & Fitness Center, tons of fitness classes including Pilates, Yoga, cycling and so much more! 

• See full membership information at Membership Benefit's - Lakeland Hills Family YMCA 

• Day camp position — no overnight stays or bunk responsibilities. Enjoy a consistent 8:00 AM – 3:15 PM schedule and have your afternoons free!

• Entering first year of college or equivalent experience preferred

• Experience working with children in camp, education, athletics, or youth development settings

• Ability to serve as a positive role model and demonstrate strong character

What We’re Looking For

• Enthusiastic, dependable, and responsible

• Calm and level-headed in active or challenging situations

• Flexible and team-oriented

• Committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all campers

• Able to sustain high energy and active engagement throughout the camp day

• Passionate about helping children grow socially, emotionally, and developmentally

Salary : $16 - $17