Summer Sports Day Camp Counselor
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
Location
Hawthorn Woods, Illinois
Salary
$18 - $18 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The counselor must act as a professional role model, leading campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, promote safety, and ensure a positive experience while maintaining constant supervision of all youth. Key duties include promoting the ymca, leading various sports and recreational activities, instructing campers using appropriate teaching methods, and ensuring the physical and emotional health and safety of all participants.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be at least 16 years old and demonstrate a commitment and passion for working with diverse youth, enjoying the outdoors, and being creative. While experience in camping, childcare, education, or recreation is a plus, it is not required, but excellent verbal communication and the ability to establish constructive relationships are necessary.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Wellness Programs
- Generous PTO
- Mental Health Resources
- Continuous Learning Opportunities
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Discounts On Programs
- Company-Sponsored Events
- Family Gym Membership
- 403(b) Plan With Company Contributions