Job detail
Sports and Games Program Counselor (Day Camp) - Freeport Maine
YMCA of Southern Maine
PART_TIME
Posted 2/26/2026
Location
Freeport, Maine
Salary
$17 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The sports and games program counselor supports the planning, setup, and daily facilitation of recreational sports and group games, promoting teamwork and active participation in a safe environment. Responsibilities include providing leadership and supervision to large groups, ensuring camper health and safety, and implementing quality, age-Appropriate camp programs.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years old and possess first aid & cpr certification, along with previous junior counselor or equivalent experience. A criminal background check, including fingerprinting, is required prior to hire.
Safety ProceduresCPR CertificationLeadershipSupervisionFirst AidTeamwork PromotionSportsmanshipAttendance RecordingRole ModelingActivity ImplementationProgram PlanningBehavioral ReportingSports FacilitationGroup Games
Benefits
- Generous program discounts
- Free personal membership
- Earned paid leave
- Meaningful assistance programs like mentoring and retirement (403(b) and Y Retirement when eligible)
- Training, certification and advancement opportunities