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Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA

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#Child Care#Youth Development#Non-Profit#YMCA#Summer Camp#Camp Counselor#Youth Mentorship#Athletic Environments
Part Time
On Site
0-2 yrs
$14 - $15 / HOUR
Posted 5 days ago

Location

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Salary

$14 - $15 / HOUR

Quick overview

Safely supervise children during daily summer camp activities while reinforcing positive behaviors and sportsmanship. Build and maintain strong relationships with camp members and parents to support camp objectives.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with over one year of experience working with children and teens. Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain safety in high-energy athletic environments are required.

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingBehavior ManagementChild SupervisionSafety ManagementLesson Plan SupportSportsmanship Coaching

Job description

Summer Camp Counselor

Allentown, PA | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly; Various Shifts Monday-Friday 6

30am-6:00pm | $14.00-$15.00 per hour

Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?

We are looking for a Summer Camp Counselor to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the summer camp community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community.

Some rewards for joining our team

  • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
  • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job as a Summer Camp Counselor

  • 18+ years of age
  • 1+ years working with children and teens
  • Enjoyment from working with children and keeping positive relationships with their parents in high energy athletic environments
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ensure that programs are executed to meet the needs of all ages, abilities, and skill levels as well as maintaining safety and well-being of campers

The responsibilities we will trust you with as a Summer Camp Counselor

  • Safely supervise children through daily summer camp activities
  • Reinforce positive behaviors, teach proper sportsmanship, and bring enthusiasm to every camp day
  • Support the lesson plans and camp objectives
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with members and parents

What you can expect

  • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
  • Opportunities to learn and grow
  • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
  • Great members to work with every day!

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply

After reading this, if you're thinking this is me- we want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Retirement Planning
  • Child Care Discounts
  • Free YMCA Membership
  • Summer Camp Program Discounts

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The YMCA is a nonprofit, charitable membership organization based on Christian principles dedicated to improving the quality of life in our community. The YMCA of Youngstown consists of the Central Y in downtown Youngstown, the Davis Family Y in Boardman, Ohio, and Camp Fitch Y,...

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
HQYoungstown

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Market context

Summer camp roles are seasonal and people-focused

In Pennsylvania, summer camp counselor openings are typically driven by seasonal program staffing and the need for dependable adults who can supervise children safely. This role is competitive because employers often look for candidates with prior child-focused experience, patience, and the ability to work flexible schedules during busy summer weeks. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm age, education, and experience fit without reading the full posting.

Salary benchmark

$51,919 avg / yr

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Typical range: $28,600–$72,800 based on 294 active listings in Pennsylvania

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