Program Counselor (Day Camp) - Biddeford Maine

$17 per hour

YMCA of Southern Maine

Overview

The Program Counselor (Day Camp) supports the planning, setup, and operation of different activity areas each day, ensures a safe and fun environment for campers, and assists with coordinating staff breaks so that all counselor teams remain energized and supported.

Specialty areas include: Nature, Sports and Arts & Crafts

Camp Dates are June 8th - late August 21st

Location: 3 Pomerleau Street Biddeford, Maine 04005 United States

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to a large-group program which is consistent with the YMCA mission, goals, and objectives of the YMCA of Southern Maine.
Conduct a safe, quality, and age-appropriate large group camp experience for your group.
Be responsible during staff training and staff meetings to become completely familiar with the camping goals, programs, camp personnel policies, safety procedures, skills and protocol necessary to accomplish the specified position.
Plan, organize, and implement a quality program for all campers.
Participate in general planning and staff meetings.
Be responsible for the health and safety of each camper.
Be a positive adult role model for campers through good work habits, enthusiasm, good attitude, adherence to camp personnel policies, and safety rules.
Assist each camper in adjusting to the camp environment and allow him/her to grow in individual achievements and peer group interactions.
Assist in camp assemblies, family nights, all-camp activities, overnights, and special events as assigned.
Keep group & programs areas safe, clean, and orderly.
Complete session evaluations and season evaluations.
Commit and fulfill all duties.
Maintain accurate daily attendance records of campers and immediately report all absences to the Camp Director.
Immediately report all behavioral problems to the Camp Director. Document all incidents and communicate with Camp Director so they can contact families.
Is an advocate to the Y by promoting our cause. Assists with the annual campaign by increasing awareness about the campaign within the Y community.
Adheres to all Y Brand guidelines and receives prior approval for use and creation of any Y related social medic from the Marketing department.
Learn and actively utilize UKG Employee Portal on a consistent basis.
Other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum age of 16 years.
Copy of necessary certifications and/or training certificates.
Previous Junior Counselor or equivalent experience.
Experience, knowledge, and ability to teach, and supervise campers in a variety of camp program activities.
First Aid & CPR Certification.
A Criminal Background check is required, including fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), prior to hire. This will be paid for by the YMCA of Southern Maine.

Benefits

Free personal membership
Earned Paid Leave
Generous program discounts
Meaningful assistance programs like mentoring and retirement (403(b) and Y Retirement when eligible)
Training, certification and advancement opportunities

Posted Salary Range

USD $17.00 - USD $17.00 /Hr.

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