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Summer Day Camp Counselor (2677)
YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
#Leadership#CPR#Seasonal#Water Safety#First Aid#Youth Development#Counselor#Tuition Assistance#Wellness#YMCA#Recreation#Childcare
TemporaryOn Site0-2 yrs$18 / HOURPosted 2 months agoCloses Jun 1
Location
Los Angeles, California
Salary
$18 / HOUR
Quick overview
Counselors are responsible for leading engaging activities, supervising field trips, and ensuring the safety of children at the pool. They must also attend all mandatory pre-season training sessions to prepare for the summer program.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Required certifications include First Aid and CPR, with a preference for Water Safety certification.
high schoolLeadershipCPRCommunication skillsFirst aidActivity planningSafety managementWater safetyYouth developmentEmotional maturityCamp counseling
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- Mid
- Valley
- Family
- YMCA -
- Van
- Nuys,
- CA 91405Position
- Type:
- SeasonalSalary
- Range: $17.87 - $17.87
- HourlyTravel
- Percentage:
- NegligibleJob
- Shift: Day☀️Create the BEST SUMMER EVER as a Day Camp Counselor☀️ Earn extra cash while creating unforgettable memories as a YMCA Seasonal Summer Day Camp Counselor. Spend your days leading exciting activities, guiding kids through awesome field trips, helping them stay engaged between school years, and making a splash (literally!) while keeping everyone safe at the pool. Find your local Y and apply to be the best Summer Day Camp Counselor ever. 🏊♀️🎨⚽️
- Required
- Trainings: In order to work for the YMCA this summer, all day camp hires are required to attend all assigned summer day camp trainings. At the Y, we believe that training is an essential component of running a safe and engaging youth development program. All required training is paid. Additional training and on-site program prep will also be required. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Learn about our incredible seasonal benefits! Get ready to be a valued part of our YMCA family!
- Here's a glimpse of the fantastic benefits awaiting you in this role: ⏰📆
- Flexible schedules: Work up to 40 hours per week, based on need. 🏊🏋️♀️Free
- Access to
- All 29
- Greater
- LA
- Branches: Dive into fun and fitness anytime, anywhere across our vibrant community of facilities. 👧🧒 Give Your Kids the Best! Enjoy free before and after school childcare at select locations for your little ones, along with complimentary sports and youth classes - it's a win-win for everyone! (some limitations apply) 🌟
- Celebrate
- Your
- Health &
- Well-being: We believe in self-care, so enjoy one paid Wellness day off annually dedicated entirely to your wellness and rejuvenation and we offer paid sick leave. 🤸🎨
- Get
- Active &
- Creative with the
- Whole
- Family: Grab a 20% discount on our exciting LA Y programs and treat yourself to a myriad of activities designed to keep you energized and inspired! 🏕️
- Adventure
- Awaits: Enjoy a whopping 25% discount on day camps for your kids, creating memorable experiences for them while you save big. 🌴
- Plan for the
- Future: We'll help you start preparing for tomorrow with a 10% Y Retirement Fund contribution (upon eligibility) and access to the Y Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan (tax-deferred and Roth options), immediately upon hire. 📚🎓
- Lifelong
- Learning: Embrace growth with paid training, leadership development opportunities, and tuition assistance to help you reach your professional goals. 💳💵
- Financial
- Wellness
- Matters: Staff are able to enjoy access to Rize Credit Union and can save big on everyday purchases with several discount programs, including access to PerkSpot and monthly discounts on many major cell phone carrier bills! 💎That's
- Not
- All: There is a treasure trove of additional perks waiting for you! Imagine combining your passion for education with these amazing benefits - that's the kind of impact we're talking about! Apply now and become a part of a team where your dedication and passion help shape bright futures!
- QualificationsMINIMUM
- Qualifications
- AGE:
- Eighteen years or older
- Education:
- High
- School
- Diploma or equivalent, preferred
- RELATED
- EXPERIENCE: Experience working with school-age campers in a camp setting, preferred
- Specialized
- SKILLS: Strong character values, communication skills, emotional maturity
- QUALIFICATIONS: Current First Aid, Adult, Infant and Child CPR Certifications from a qualified provider prior to camp start. YMCA will provide these courses during training. American Red Cross Water Safety certification, preferred. YMCA will provide these courses during training. TB Test and health screen may be required based on school requirements. Attend 100% of the mandatory pre-season training. WORK ENVIRONMENT/MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS You must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities. Job is performed in indoor as well as outdoor environments throughout the year. Job may include water-related activities. Ability to lift 30-35lbs Req #2677
Benefits
- Paid training
- Tuition assistance
- Leadership development
- Paid sick leave
- Discount programs
- Flexible schedules
- Credit union access
- Complimentary sports and youth classes
- 20% discount on LA Y programs
- Paid wellness day
- Free access to all 29 Greater LA branches
- Free before and after school childcare
- 25% discount on day camps
- 10% Y retirement fund contribution
- Y retirement 403(b) savings plan