Camp Counselor (Seasonal) - Part-time

pDescription/ppstrongLooking for a summer job where you can lead, stay active, and make a difference?/strong/ppBeing a Camp Counselor is a hands-on, high-energy role focused on leadership, teamwork, and creating an unforgettable camp experience for kids. If you enjoy working with children, taking responsibility, and being part of a positive camp community, SAY Camp may be the right fit for you./ppbr//ppGreat Camp Counselors bring different strengths and personalities to the team. Some are athletic, some are creative, some are outgoing, and some are calm and thoughtful leaders. What they all have in common is strong engagement with campers, responsibility, and a commitment to keeping campers safe, supported, and excited to be at camp each daystrong./strong/ppbr//ppstrongWhat You Will Do:/strong/ppCamp Counselors are responsible for leading daily activities and maintaining a safe, engaging, and inclusive camp environment. You will work closely with other counselors and camp leadership to support campers and help guide younger staff members.nbsp;/ppbr//ppKey responsibilities include:/pulliLeading games, activities, and daily camp programming/liliActively supervising campers and ensuring safety at all times/liliImplementing activity plans and daily schedules/liliSupporting and guiding younger camp staff/liliMaintaining required camper-to-counselor ratios/liliServing as a positive role model and team member/li/ulpWe offer summer camp programs at:/pulliSpringfield Community Pool/liliSummit YMCA/liliBerkeley Heights YMCA/li/ulpCamp Counselor positions are available at all locations./ppbr//ppstrongCamp Season and Schedule:/strong/ppActive Camp Season: June 15, 2026 through August 28, 2026/ppSchedule: Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts/ppCamp Hours: Pre-Camp begins at 7:00am, Post-Camp ends at 6:30pm/ppRequired Pre Season Training: New and returning camp employees attend several orientations and trainings prior to active camp season to familiarize themselves with the mission of the Y, learn to protect themself and others while at work, and on all areas of camp. Trainings occur on some weekday evenings and weekend days between May 19, 2026 - June 13, 2026./ppnbsp;/ppstrongSalary amp; Benefits:/strongnbsp;/ppThis is a seasonal part time position with an opportunity to work up to 40 hours each week of the Camp season. The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.50/hour, but is based on experience.nbsp;/ppSeasonal benefit includes a free individual YMCA membership while actively employed.nbsp;/ppbr//ppAt the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together./ppRequirements/pulliMust be at least 18 years old/liliHigh School Diploma or equivalent required/liliPrevious experience working with children or in a camp setting preferred/liliBackground in recreation, sports, or youth programs is a plus/liliStrong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills/liliAble to stay active and engaged throughout the camp day/liliCPR and First Aid certification required before camp begins/li/ulpbr//ppstrongAbout the Summit Area YMCA:/strong/ppWe were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. Part of a world-class organization, we are one of the area’s leading nonprofits, that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. The Summit Area YMCA is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive./p