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Camp Counselor: Summer 2026! Day Camp

LAKELAND HILLS YMCA·Mountain Lakes, New Jersey

$17 - $17/hr·Temporary·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 23 days ago
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About the role

Supervise and engage groups of children in various daily activities, rotations, and special events. Ensure a safe, inclusive environment while collaborating with camp directors and following YMCA safety standards.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • 100
  • FANNY
  • ROAD -
  • Mountain
  • LAKES,
  • NJ 07046Position
  • Type:
  • SeasonalSalary
  • Range: $16.50 - $17.00
  • HourlyJob
  • Shift:
  • DayJob
  • Title: Camp Counselor Are you energetic, positive, and passionate about working with kids? Want a summer job where you actually make a difference — and have a blast doing it? The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is looking for enthusiastic Camp Counselors to help create an unforgettable camp experience for children in our community. If you love staying active, building relationships, and being a role model, this is the job for you.

Location

  • Lakeland
  • Hills
  • Family
  • YMCA,
  • Mountain
  • Lakes,
  • NJ
  • Dates: June 22nd – August 14th (Optional add on of August 17 – 21st) Required orientations (1 needed) runs throughout
  • June 1- 14 (Evenings/Weekends)
  • Shifts: 8:00 AM – 3:30
  • PM
  • OR 9:00 AM – 5:30PM Full program and partial program positions available.
  • Type of
  • Counselors
  • Needed: General Counselors Dance/STEM Academy Counselors
  • E-Sport
  • Counselors
  • Sport
  • Counselors
  • As a
  • Camp
  • Counselor, you will: Supervise and engage a group of campers throughout the day
  • Lead and participate in activities including: Morning rotations Group time Hobby activities Lunch supervision Theme days and special events Create a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for every child Build positive relationships with campers and parents Follow YMCA safety standards and child protection policies Collaborate with Camp Directors, Assistant Directors, and Activity Leaders Greet campers daily and ensure smooth transitions throughout the day Specialty Counselors may have additional and/or different job duties. Benefits Free YMCA Membership for time worked including regulation-sized pool, BRAND NEW, STATE OF THE ART Health & Fitness Center, tons of fitness classes including Pilates, Yoga, cycling and so much more! See full membership information at
  • Membership
  • Benefit's -
  • Lakeland
  • Hills
  • Family
  • YMCA
  • Flexible
  • Scheduling: Our Camp Director takes your summer plans into consideration and partners with you to create a schedule and contract that supports your availability while ensuring a great camp experience for everyone! Qualifications 18 years or older Entering first year of college, or equivalent. Prior experience working with children. Specialty Counselors Qualifications Dance/STEM Academy Counselors Dance Experience required STEM experience a plus Coaching experience E-Sport Counselors Extensive gaming/competitive gaming experience and knowledge. Prior coaching experience. Sport Counselors Athletic background. Coaching experience. First Aid, CPR and
  • AED certified or willing to be
  • Work
  • Environment &
  • Physical
  • Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.

Requirements

Candidates must be 18 years or older and entering their first year of college or equivalent. Prior experience working with children is required, with specific expertise needed for specialty counselor roles.

  • high school
  • Coaching
  • Relationship Building
  • CPR
  • Child Supervision
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Activity Planning
  • AED Certification
  • First Aid
  • Dance Instruction
  • Athletic Training
  • STEM Education
  • Gaming Knowledge

Benefits

  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Fitness Classes
  • Free YMCA Membership
  • Access to Health & Fitness Center

Posting details

Employment type
Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $17/hr
Location
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Posted
Jul 2, 2026
Closes
Jul 31, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

LAKELAND HILLS YMCA

We are the center of Morris County's health and wellness community!

Salary listed on 2 jobs
IndustryHealth and Human Services
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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