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Day Camp CITs, or Counselors-in-Training, are typically older campers or teens who assist camp staff in leading activities and supervising younger campers. They participate in leadership development programs, gaining hands-on experience in child supervision, activity planning, and teamwork. CITs learn valuable skills that prepare them for future roles as camp counselors or in other leadership positions. The position is often considered a stepping stone for those interested in working with children or in camp environments.

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Camp Counselor Junior-Resident Camp

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Inc

New Milford, NJ

$2.0K - $2.6K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Description

Camp Counselor - Michikamau


POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal residential camp. The Camp Counselor is responsible for a group of children and always supports the ongoing supervision of all campers throughout the camp residential. The Camp Counselor helps children adjust to camp according to camp rules and safety precautions, form cohesive groups and enjoy their activities. The Camp Counselor creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. He or she is responsible for the planning and delivery of the variety of activities on regular camp residential s and supports the efforts of the Director and camp activities. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.
 

YMCA of Greater Bergen County operates traditional day and resident camps in Harriman State Park, NY, along Lake Kanawauke, providing a beautiful natural setting. The camp is 45 minutes from Hackensack, where our YMCA is located; all counselors and campers are bused to camp from the YMCA. Camp activities include swimming, boating, fishing, arts & crafts, sports & games, archery, nature, hiking, rock climbing, and challenge/low ropes course.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Keeps campers focused and engaged in camp activities. Assist Specialist during activity periods.
  • Consistently greet campers with a smile and treat them with enthusiasm.
  • Develop positive relationships with member families and learn why they come to our Y.
  • Learn camper's names. Respond to campers needs.
  • Assist Senior Counselor, Specialists, and all camp staff in carrying out themes, special events, trips, and all camp activities.
  • Encourage camper's youth development progress.
  • Help group maintain camp cleanliness.
  • Work cooperatively with all camp staff while planning all camp activities.
  • Perform the above responsibilities in an enthusiastic and committed manner. Do more than the minimum for campers. Treat them as special. Treat campers and fellow staff members with respect.
  • Use redirection to appropriate activities when needed and use positive reinforcement to commend good choices.
  • Teach and instill the Four Core Values of the YMCA in all camp activities:Caring, Respect, Honesty, & Responsibility.
  • Act as requested by the supervisor.

Safety:

  • Must attend and complete all required trainings.
  • At all times uphold camp safety standards. Maintain constant face counts. Will understand and practice risk management and disaster policies and procedures.
  • Help maintain group control and facilitate lunch time activities.
  • Must follow all Association Aquatics Policy Guidelines. Take on designated assignments for aquatic activities. Help expedite arrival and departure from the pool (i.e. dressing rooms, etc.). Follow all YMCA, ACA, and NJ Licensing standards and procedures to ensure the safest and best quality camp and to help maintain ACA accreditation.
  • Secure and submit all accident reports, special plans, schedule changes, and evaluations to Camp Director when appropriate.
  • Report all immediate concerns to Camp Director or nearest supervisor.
  • Follow supervision of bus counselors and help to insure safety, expedient procedures and fun activities on the bus. Lead bus songs, stories and games.
  • Use two methods of discipline with campers to include: redirection to appropriate activities and using positive reinforcement to commend good choices.

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Always maintain a professional demeanor, as you are a representative of the YMCA.
  • Wear Camp T-shirt daily.
  • Maintain positive attitude, responsibility and self-motivation. Be punctual and reliable.
  • Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school student or equivalent.  
  • Previous experience working with children preferably in a residential camp setting, preferably as a CIT.  
  • Interest preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc.  
  • At least 18 years of age.  
  • Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings. 

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