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Summer Camp Counselor

YMCA·Readington Township, New Jersey

$16 - $17/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

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.

Summer Camp Counselor

Hunterdon NJ | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly | $15.95 - $17.00 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

  • 15+ 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

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Requirements

Candidates must be at least 15 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 Skills
  • Relationship Building
  • Behavior Management
  • Child Supervision
  • Safety Management
  • Sportsmanship
  • Lesson Plan Support

Benefits

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

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$16 - $17/hr
Location
Readington Township, New Jersey
Posted
Jun 1, 2026
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YMCA

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,...

Salary listed on 105 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Seasonal youth roles stay competitive in New Jersey

Summer camp counselor openings in New Jersey often draw steady interest because families and programs need dependable staff during the summer season. This role is competitive for candidates who already have child-care experience, can meet state licensing requirements, and are comfortable working in a team-focused environment. Before applying, confirm your work authorization and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which save time by pulling key details from the original posting.

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