Job detail
Summer Day Camp Counselor
YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
SEASONAL
Posted 2/27/2026
Location
Puyallup, Washington
Salary
$17 - $17 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The counselor will directly supervise a small group of campers, ensuring their safety while leading and assisting with various engaging activities like swimming, sports, games, songs, and arts and crafts. Key duties include planning activities, conducting headcounts, communicating with parents, and adhering to cleaning protocols.
Requirements summary
Candidates should ideally have six months or more of related experience, a positive attitude, and prior experience working with children and diverse populations. Applicants must pass background and reference checks and commit to promoting diversity and inclusion, along with completing mandatory child abuse prevention training.
CleaningSupervisionIncident ReportingSanitationParent CommunicationInclusivityChild SafetyEquipment Set-upGroup Activity PlanningAge Appropriate Instruction
Benefits
- Ability To Apply As An Internal Candidate To A Year-Round, Full Or Part-Time Position
- Build Lasting Connections And Employment Experience
- Accrue Paid Sick Leave At 1.23 Hours For Every 40 Hours Worked