What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor-in trainning (CIT) Lead Counselor position at Old Colony YMCA?
Position Overview
The CIT Lead Counselor is responsible for guiding and mentoring 15-year-old campers enrolled in the Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program. This role focuses on leadership development, skill-building, and preparing campers to become future camp counselors while ensuring a safe, engaging, and inclusive camp experience.
Qualifications:
ey Responsibilities
- Mentorship & Leadership Development
- Serve as a positive role model for CITs
- Teach leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
- Provide constructive feedback and support individual growth
- Program Facilitation
- Plan and lead CIT-specific activities, workshops, and discussions
- Coordinate opportunities for CITs to assist with younger camper groups
- Create a structured program that balances learning and fun
- Supervision & Safety
- Ensure the physical and emotional safety of all CITs
- Maintain awareness of camper whereabouts and well-being at all times
- Enforce camp rules and promote a respectful environment
- Collaboration
- Work closely with camp leadership and other counselors
- Communicate regularly about CIT progress and any concerns
- Assist in integrating CITs into broader camp activities
- Evaluation & Feedback
- Track and evaluate CIT development throughout the session
- Provide end-of-session feedback or reports for each participant
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old (or as required by camp regulations)
- Previous camp experience preferred (especially as a counselor or CIT)
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to mentor and connect with teenagers
- Enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with teens (ages 13-15)
- Background in education, youth development, or recreation
- Conflict resolution and group facilitation skills
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is passionate about developing young leaders, can balance structure with fun, and is excited to help teens take their first steps toward becoming counselors. The ideal candidate is supportive, energetic, and committed to creating a meaningful and memorable experience for CITs.
Benefits
- Opportunity to shape future camp leaders
- Build leadership and program development experience
- Work in a fun, dynamic camp environment
- A free Y membership