Day Camp Counselor - Washington County

Spend the summer enjoying time outside and creating fun and safe experiences for local youth all while not working nights or weekends! 

Hours are typically between 30-40 per week depending on enrollment.

Make up to $640/week!!

Start date: May 26, 2026

Camp locations:

 - Friess Lake Elementary (Hubertus)

 - Jackson Elementary 

 - Silverbrook Intermediate School (West Bend)

 - Kewaskum Elementary

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Unit Director, the Day Camp Counselor will serve as a leader and counselor to campers and participates in the planning and implementation of the day camp programming, taking responsibility for each child’s safety and for the overall quality of his/her camp experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Understands and follows state licensing and requirements listed in DCF 252.
2. Assures that all campers are being safe while having fun at the same time.
3. Ensures camp counselors are supervising campers at all times.
4. Serves as a positive role model for all campers.
5. Plans and organizes camp activities with both small and large groups.
6. Participates in all camp activities.
7. Maintains a clean, organized and safe camp atmosphere.
8. Maintains a high degree of communication with staff and campers.
9. Attends 40 hours of mandatory pre-camp orientation.
10. Recognizes and solves individual and group conflicts effectively.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES (Leader):  

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum age of 17 years old.
2. High school diploma or the equivalent required.
3. Ability to relate to diverse groups of people.
4. Ability to interact with children at their cognitive level.
5. Possess strong organizational skills.
6. Current CPR PRO/First Aid/ Shaken Baby is preferred; CPR is required within 30 days of hire.

CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Must be capable of carrying loads of up to 30 pounds.
2. Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
3. Perform essential program support to camp activities and programs which may include, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.
4. Ability to perform tasks outdoor in different climate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

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