Job detail
Y Day Camp Counselor (Summer Camp Staff)
Stephens Family YMCA
PART_TIME, TEMPORARY
Posted 3/24/2026
Location
Champaign, Illinois
Salary
$15 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The counselor is responsible for supervising a group of children in ymca camps, ensuring their safety, and engaging them with age-Appropriate activities according to the camp's philosophy. Key duties include planning and implementing camp programs, attending mandatory meetings and trainings, and assisting with pool supervision.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be at least 16 years old with a desire to work with children in a day camp environment, demonstrating the ability to work both individually and as part of a team. A cpr certification is required or must be obtained within 60 days, and the role demands patience, enthusiasm, and the ability to provide leadership while modeling ymca values.
TeamworkCommunicationLeadershipSupervisionPatienceSafety ManagementEnthusiasmRole ModelingProgram PlanningChild EngagementCpr Certification
Benefits
- Free Ymca Membership
- Discount On Ymca Programs And Merchandise