Job Description

The YMCA of Central Texas is searching for passionate, energetic positive role models to join our Summer Camp team as Camp Counselors in Brazos Valley.

This position will work our Holiday Camps including over Thanksgiving, winter break, spring break, and summer camp, with opportunities between camps for other programs. Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising their camper group, maintaining the safety of the campers, and ensuring the camp's daily program is run efficiently.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure the safety of campers at all times through active supervision while meeting the individual needs of each child in their care.
• Guide the camper's character development and facilitate friendship forging in their “Units”.
• Assist in the facilitation of a wide variety of camp activities
• Model the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility at all times.
• Be an appropriate, positive role model for all campers.

Skills/Requirements:

• An enthusiastic personality with the ability to inspire and motivate children to grow and develop.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and to work outdoors.
• Ability to understand the needs of youth campers and to place these needs ahead of his/her own.
• At least 18 years or older with a high school degree or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a drug test/background check.

Pay Rate: $13.50-$15.00/hour

About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!

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