Job detail
Lead Camp Counselor-Dale Turner-Lake Forest Park Elementary
YMCA Of Greater Seattle
TEMPORARY
Posted 4/9/2026
Location
Lake Forest Park, Washington
Core responsibilities
The lead camp counselor assists in training and guiding staff while overseeing a group of 10-15 children to ensure their safety and engagement. They are responsible for implementing program activities and maintaining professional communication with parents and guardians.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be at least 18 years old with 1-2 years of experience working with children and at least 12 college credits. Candidates are required to complete background checks, obtain cpr/First aid certification, and provide proof of mmr vaccination.
high schoolTeamworkCommunicationAdaptabilityMentoringLeadershipCPRChildcareFirst AidConflict resolutionProblem solvingProgram implementationActivity planningSafety managementChild developmentSTEM project facilitation
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Free YMCA membership
- Mental health resources
- Childcare discounts
- Day camp discounts
- Overnight camp discounts
- Outdoor leadership program discounts