Summer Camp Counselor - Buncombe

Job DetailsLevel

• EntryJob
• Location:
• Buncombe -
• NC 28804Position
• Type:
• Seasonal
• Part-timeEducation
• Level:
• NoneSalary
• Range: $15.00Job
• Shift:
• DaysJob
• Category: Child CareLocations vary in Buncombe County. ABOUT US The nonprofit YMCA of Western North Carolina strengthens local communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Founded in 1889, we engage more than 100,000 people – regardless of age, income, or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the region’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support the community. We do this through seven YMCAs, dozens of program sites, and YMCA Camp Watia. As the state’s largest provider of licensed school-age childcare, we give more than 1,000 children a day the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. We are made up of people of all ages, from all backgrounds, working side by side to ensure that everyone can reach their full potential with dignity. Thus, we are “For All”. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and they guide everything we do. We are committed to being an organization that exposes and addresses social constraints that limit and/or negatively affect all humans from all walks of life. We recruit staff who are passionate about giving back to the community, helping people, and upholding our core values. For more information, please visit ymcawnc.org. SPEND YOUR SUMMER MAKING A DIFFERENCE AS A SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR! Are you ready for an unforgettable summer? As a YMCA Summer Camp Counselor, you’ll lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact on kids in grades K-8 while creating incredible memories of your own! You'll oversee a group of 10 to 19 campers, guiding them through exciting activities that encourage growth, teamwork, and creativity. With support from the Program Directors and Coordinators, you’ll help deliver engaging programs designed to teach new skills, foster friendships, and create a safe, fun, and enriching environment. Multiple Seasonal Summer Camp Positions Open Across Buncombe County! Camp Runs June 10 –
• August 14, 2026 (7:30am – 5:30pm; Monday –
• Friday)
• Mandatory
• Camp
• Training:
• June 10-12, 2026 (9:00am – 5:00pm)
• Competitive
• Pay: $15.00/Hour; Counselors can work up to 40 hours per week!
• WHAT
• YOU’LL DO:
• Ensure
• Safety &
• Engagement: Keep all children in your group safe, engaged, and excited to participate in activities.
• Follow
• Program
• Activity
• Plans: Implement fun and developmentally appropriate activities that meet the individual needs of each camper.
• Be a
• Role
• Model: Serve as a positive example through professional behavior, demonstrating approaches that foster growth in social development.
• Create an
• Inviting
• Space: Facilitate an environment that encourages exploration, promotes positive play, and makes every camper feel welcome.
• Stay
• Connected: Maintain clear and ongoing communication with your supervisor and parents, and attend trainings and team meetings.
• Keep
• Records: Ensure camp records are accurate and meet program requirements.
• Follow
• Policies: Adhere to all YMCA policies, as well as state and federal regulations. Have FUN!: From color tag, to field trips, and arts and crafts—you and your campers will have a blast! WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?: Develop leadership and teamwork skills that look great on a resume. Enjoy weekly professional development and planning sessions to sharpen your skills and connect with a passionate team. Make a real difference by supporting kids in their social development. If you’re enthusiastic, responsible, and ready to embrace the YMCA mission of serving the community, we’d love to have you on our team! This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and make this summer truly extraordinary. ABOUT YOU Qualifications Must be at least 16 years of age or older. Experience creating interactive and educational/artistic activities, youth development, academic enrichment, and arts; Preferred, not required. Some prior experience working with children under 13 years of age is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Great at managing groups, solving problems, and handling conflicts calmly and effectively. Comfortable communicating with both kids and adults, whether it’s talking, listening, or writing. Ready to take charge of daily tasks, from running activities to handling camp site record keeping and child supervision.
• Flexible and enthusiastic to change (ex: we can’t always control the weather—improvising to an indoor activity when we’ve planned a field day!). PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB These physical requirements show what you'll need to do to handle the key parts of the job. If you require reasonable accommodations, we’ll work with you to make sure you can do the job successfully. Ability to lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings. Must be able to routinely perform the following moderate physical activities; climb, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, walk, and stand and/or be active for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in a variety of environments with fluctuations in weather. Must possess finger dexterity, be able to grasp, and perform repetitive motion. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, or special accommodations made of sufficient nature for completion of assigned tasks. Must be able to clearly see, hear, and speak; communicate and understand the English language. Must be able to solve, reason, make decisions, and use sound judgement when distracted by noise and activity. BENEFITS Free individual membership to all YMCA of WNC locations Discounted membership for household members Discounted program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more) Start a 403(b) smart savings account on day one of employment (optional) and begin eligibility for YMCA retirement plan Professional development opportunities through local and Y-USA trainings The YMCA of Western North Carolina is committed to equal opportunity in terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. Qualifications