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Salina Family YMCA Inc

YMCA Summer Camp

Salina, KS · On-site

$13.25 - $17.25/hr

Activities may include crafts, nature, songs, games, nature walks, and swimming. • Able to follow ... QUALIFICATIONS • Must be at least 16 years of age. • Able to work summer months and attend ...

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How much do summer activities jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer activities in the United States is $15.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Summer Camp Activities Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Camp Activities Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, creativity in activity planning, and experience working with children or youth, often supported by CPR/First Aid certification. Familiarity with scheduling software, safety protocols, and recreational equipment is typically required. Outstanding communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help you engage campers and manage groups effectively. These skills ensure a safe, enjoyable, and memorable camp experience for all participants.

What are summer activities?

Summer activities refer to a wide range of recreational, educational, or social programs and events that people participate in during the summer months. These can include outdoor adventures like swimming, hiking, and sports, as well as camps, workshops, and travel opportunities. Summer activities are designed to keep people, especially children and teens, engaged, active, and learning while school is out of session. They also provide opportunities for making new friends, building skills, and enjoying the warm weather. Many organizations, such as community centers, schools, and local governments, offer structured summer activity programs.

What are some typical challenges faced when coordinating summer activities for children, and how can I prepare for them?

Coordinating summer activities for children often involves managing diverse interests, ensuring safety, and maintaining engagement throughout the program. You may encounter challenges such as adapting activities for different age groups, handling unexpected weather changes, and resolving conflicts between participants. To prepare, it's helpful to plan a flexible schedule, have backup indoor activities, and participate in training on child supervision and conflict resolution. Strong communication and teamwork with other staff members are also essential for creating a positive and safe environment.

What is the difference between Summer Activities vs Camp Counselor?

AspectSummer ActivitiesCamp Counselor
Required CredentialsVaries; often no formal certification neededCPR/First Aid certification often required
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, parks, recreational facilitiesSummer camps, outdoor settings, residential or day camps
Employer & Industry UsageRecreational organizations, schools, community programsSummer camps, youth organizations, nonprofit sectors
Common Search & Comparison IntentActivities for youth during summerSupervising children in camp settings

Summer Activities encompass a broad range of recreational programs and events designed for youth during summer, often organized by community centers or schools. Camp Counselors specifically supervise children in camp environments, providing guidance and ensuring safety. While both roles focus on youth engagement during summer, Camp Counselors typically require certifications like CPR and have a more structured supervisory role in camp settings.

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Infographic showing various Summer Activities job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,254 per year, or $16 per hour.
YMCA Summer Camp

YMCA Summer Camp

Salina Family YMCA Inc

Salina, KS • On-site

$13.25 - $17.25/hr

Part-time, Temporary

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

SALINA FAMILY YMCA-JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Camp Counselor
SUPERVISOR: SACC Director
DEPARTMENT: School Age Child Care (SACC)
FLSA STATUS: Part-Time, Hourly
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the SACC Director, the Camp Counselor is responsible for working with youth in a wide variety of summer activities that strengthen youth imaginations and stretch their mind, body, and spirit. A successful camp counselor will be enthusiastic and want to spend the summer working with children in an indoor and outdoor camp setting. They must be an advocate for the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Responsibility, and Respect.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Organize and lead various small and large group camp activities each week, both independently and with a staff team. Activities may include crafts, nature, songs, games, nature walks, and swimming.
• Able to follow detailed instructions on documenting child names on attendance sheets.
• Able to supervise children at all times and follow all required camp policies and procedures.
• Assist Lead Counselor with the upcoming weekly activity plans for your groups.
• Follow all Camp schedules as required by the SACC Coordinator.
• Communicate with other counselors, coordinators, and other YMCA staff frequently and appropriately.
• Check for safety of materials, equipment, and facilities as required.
• Provide exceptional customer service by greeting all participants, maintaining a clean and safe facility, and always demonstrating professional conduct.
• Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• All other duties as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Able to work summer months and attend required training.
• Prioritize the needs and safety of children above all.
• Arrive at work and be at the designated work areas by assigned time.
• Follow all safety requirements of the Salina Family YMCA and Kansas Department of Health and Environment.
• Reliable, organized, energetic, and an outgoing self-starter with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a positive attitude, be able to build relationships with people in a friendly and consistent manner, and support and portray the YMCA Character Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Must have a working knowledge of elementary school-aged children and their developmental stages and must assist in planning activities according to their capabilities and interests.
• Ability to work in a team setting, values education, and have a working knowledge of leisure time activities in the areas of recreational youth sports, arts, and crafts.
• Must be able to relate to children and parents and must stay within the YMCA safety guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to lead, plan, organize and implement program activities.
• Ability to work with a diverse community.
• Participates with children in opportunities to use their mind, body, spirit, both indoors and outdoors, with consideration for each child’s physical and developmental capabilities
• Build personal and meaningful relationships with participants, volunteers, parents and others and fulfill the Y’s mission.
• Actively supervises groups of children and maintains appropriate child to staff ratios. • Must be able to read and interpret complex documents.
• Must possess highly effective oral and written communication skills and be able to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and judgment skills.
• Able to make sound judgments and decisions, even when distracted by noise or activity.
• Certifications: CPR/FA, within 30 days of hire
WORK ENVIRONMENT amp; PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds, occasionally up to seventy-five (75) pounds in the form of supplies or equipment.
• Able to sit, stand, and bend to perform appropriate tasks.
• Perform all physical aspects of the position, including working with youth to interact with children at floor level, physical education activities such as running, jumping, etc, and equipment, and participating in outdoor activities.
• Be self-directed, motivated, and creative.
• Be a strong role model for participants and peers.
• Able to move at an appropriate pace to respond to emergencies.
• Work in different temperature environments.
The physical requirements detailed reflect what employees need to fulfill and carry out the essential duties of the job effectively. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities in performing these essential functions.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)
• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
• 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 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, establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings, strives to meet or exceed goals, and delivers a high-value experience for participants.
• 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 have the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well.
EFFECTS ON END RESULTS
• The YMCA will be recognized by the community as providing excellent service to all who walk through our doors or contact us on the phone.
• The YMCA will effectively connect and build relationships with its members and the community, resulting in increased member enrollment and retention.
• Consistent, superior member service and satisfaction resulting in continued growth in membership, programs and special services.
• Offers activities which foster the development of children building on the spirit, mind and body.
• Quality childcare program that reflects a positive image and mission of the YMCA and its services to the community.
• Growth and nurturing of children in the program by meeting individual development needs.
• Creation of a warm, friendly atmosphere in which families can grow.
• Maintain strong attendance and income
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive but to give a basic structure of the duties; the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the supervisor. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.

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