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As a Bedford Center YMCA Day Camp Counselor, you will play a key role in creating a fun, safe, and ... This role requires enthusiasm, creativity, strong leadership skills, and a passion for working with ...

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Day Camp Group Leader

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $19/hr

As a Downtown YMCA Day Camp Counselor, you will play a key role in creating a fun, safe, and ... This role requires enthusiasm, creativity, strong leadership skills, and a passion for working with ...

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Day Camp Group Leader: Irving

Irving, TX

$14.75 - $19/hr

Day Camp Group Leader Are you passionate about creating meaningful and memorable experiences for children in a safe, supportive environment? Join YMCA Childcare as a Day Camp Group Leader and play a ...

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Summer Day Camp Group Leader

Greensboro, GA · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged ...

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Day Camp Group Leader

ymcafw

On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

The Bedford Center YMCA is dedicated to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. As a Bedford Center YMCA Day Camp Counselor, you will play a key role in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for campers. You will lead activities that promote learning, teamwork, and personal growth, ensuring each child has a meaningful and memorable summer experience. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact in their community.

This role requires enthusiasm, creativity, strong leadership skills, and a passion for working with children. Counselors will be responsible for supervising campers, leading activities, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive camp experience.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture—it’s who we are. We don’t just show up—we show up with purpose.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and actively engage with campers in daily activities, including sports, arts & crafts, outdoor adventures, and team-building exercises.
  • Ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all campers.
  • Lead and facilitate age-appropriate games and educational activities.
  • Act as a role model, demonstrating YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
  • Monitor camper behavior, provide positive reinforcement, and address conflicts when necessary.
  • Assist in daily camp operations, including check-in, check-out, and maintaining organized activity areas.
  • Communicate effectively with campers, parents, and fellow staff members.
  • Follow all YMCA policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Previous experience working with children preferred.
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and actively participate in physical activities.
  • Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
  • CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention certification (or willingness to obtain before camp starts).

MISSION
To put Christian principles into practice through programs, services and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:  

  • Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.
  • Inclusion - Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
  • Relationships - Builds rapport and relates well to others. 
  • Communication - Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
  • Developing Others - Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
  • Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
  • Project Management - Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings.

 AREAS OF IMPACT:

  • The YMCA is an organization that serves all people, from all backgrounds and all walks of life. 
  • Our purpose is to strengthen community. Our areas of impact include:
    Youth Development: Empowering young people to reach their full potential.
  • Healthy Living: Improving individual and community well-being.
     Social Responsibility: Providing support and inspiring action in our communities

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