Summer Camp Counselor

Your Impact: 

Do you want to make a positive impact on children, spend time outdoors and meet new people?  If so, then you need to join the Greater Philadelphia YMCA Summer Camp Counselor team! We are hiring Summer Camp Counselors.  If you have a passion to help provide children with a safe and fun summer camp experience, please apply now!     

Y Work for the Y:   

• Free YMCA gym membership.  
• Flexible work schedule available.  
• Discounted YMCA programs after meeting the eligibility requirements. 
• Eligible for a 12% company contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after meeting the requirements. 
• Employee referral bonus program. 
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional training and development.  
• Fun, collaborative, and mission driven environment.  

What Qualifications You’ll Need: 

• At least 18 years old     
• High school graduate or equivalent     
• Or enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.     
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Supervise campers and activity implementation.  
• Ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual. Actively participate in activities to encourage participation.     
• Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid the risk of accidents.    
• Assist in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.    
• Embody the GPY commitment to diversity and inclusion, no matter race, color, creed, or gender identification. 

Visit https://www.philaymca.org/about/careers for more information.