Seasonal Opportunity!

Counselor Pay: $15.50/hour

Lead Counselor Pay: $17.10/hour

Hours: 7:00am-1:00pm and/or 12:00pm-6:00pm

• Positions available at the Saratoga and Wilton Facilities

Position Summary

The Saratoga Regional YMCA is hiring for Camp Counselors and we are excited to have you join our team! This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Director, the Day Camp Counselor helps the Lead Counselor lead a specific age group of children through a schedule of daily activities that allows children to learn and play at the same time, explore the community they live in, participate in sports and swimming and develop positive relationships. Day Camp counselors model the Y's leadership core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Job Perks

• Fun, interactive atmosphere!
• Competitive pay
• No Nights or weekends
• Free YMCA membership

• Must be at least 16 years of age and have a passion for working with and nurturing children.
• Experience working with children (youth programs, camp settings or related field); understand the needs of children, preferred.
• Must demonstrate cultural sensitivity and utilize effective communication skills.
• Possesses a knowledge of group process – collaborative style of working within a team.
• Must be committed to carry out YMCA mission, camp philosophy, and departmental goals.
• Must possess or be able to retain a current First Aid, Oxygen, and CPR certifications and as required by the specific camp; or successfully complete YMCA provided First Aid, CPR, Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse Prevention Training upon hire.

The SRYMCA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.