BEST. SUMMER. EVER
The Allentown YMCA has been servicing the community with quality educational programs for over 60 years. The Y is a non-profit organization dedicated to putting Christian Principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The Y is looking for dedicated candidates who have a passion for working with children, stepping outside of the box and creating an excellent camp experience.
Job Description: The Camp Counselors are responsible for being role models and leading groups of our campers through their daily activities. To be a successful Counselor, you will posses the strong desire to make positive change in the life of a child, you will be flexible in understanding the needs of the children in camp and you must be willing to get silly with the campers.
While an educational background is helpful, a love of working with children is needed! Our camp follows Department of Human Services regulations. Counselors must have the ability to: work independent or under direct supervision; have strong group management abilities, communication, relationship building and problem solving skills; ability to respond to emergency and safety situations. The candidate must have reliable transportation.
Why work for the Y? WE.ARE.AWESOME. Benefits of working for the Y include: An individual membership to the Y, which can be used at any of the Greater Valley YMCA Branches, generous discounts for any Y programs and all clearances are paid for by the Y.
Camp is located at the Allentown YMCA, 425 S 15th St., Allentown, PA 18102.
Educational Requirements: Minimum of High School Education
Experience: 2 years of experience working with children. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO DOCUMENT 2500 HOURS OF EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH CHILDREN(babysitting, direct child care)
$10-10.50/HR
Days: Monday – Friday
Hours: Camp is open from 6:00AM – 6:00PM (Hiring mostly for 6-8 hour daily shifts, working 5 days per week. Positions available range from 28-40 hours per week. Also, looking for openers/closers or mid day swim help) Camp training begins June 1, camp begin June 15 and runs through the beginning of September.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $10.00 – $10.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Experience with Children: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
Typical end time:
- 6PM
Company's website:
- www.gv-ymca.org
Work Remotely:
- No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
