Camp Counselor SE
Company: Young Men's Christian Association of Monroe County
Location: Bloomington
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB IDENTIFICATION: Job Title:
Day Camp Counselor FLSA Status: Seasonal, Non-Exempt Reports To:
Youth and Family Program Coordinator Hourly Rate: $13.00 Location:
Southeast Y or Northwest Y POSITION SUMMARY: The Camp Counselor’s
main task is to be a role model for campers. As a leader, the
counselor is responsible for promoting friendship, fun, and
rewarding experiences for campers in a safe, positive environment.
Staff are expected to be flexible, as there may be times that they
need to move between different age groups. Staff flexibility is a
must. Camp Counselors are needed for multiple age groups.
Preschool: This is for working with children ages 3-5. Elementary:
This is for working with children ages 6-8. Upper Elementary/Teen:
This is for working with children ages 9-13. Camp hours are 8:30
am-3:30 pm Monday-Friday. In addition, most staff will be required
to work a minimum of one shift of AM or PM Extended Day per week:
AM Extended Day hours: 7:15am-8:45 am PM Extended Day hours:
3:15pm-6:00 pm ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Able to communicate effectively
with campers, parents, and camp staff. Personable and positive in
your approach to learning and fun. Understand character development
as chief mission of YMCA and personally exhibits a commitment to
this goal in all YMCA operations. Cooperate with fellow counselors.
Able to follow directives of Camp Leadership Team. Attend all
training sessions prior to camp and all meetings scheduled
thereafter. Participate in planning and preparation of each week’s
activities. Prepare for the day’s events ahead of time and have all
materials ready prior to 8:45 am. Arrive at check-in no later than
8:45 am. Be available for questions, helping out with reluctant
children, or be at your assigned post. Know and follow all YMCA
emergency procedures. Know how many campers are present at all
times. Count campers at each change of activity: beginning, ending,
and once in between. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum age of 16. Support
YMCA mission and exemplify high personal character development.
Strong oral and written communication skills including listening
first and relationship-building skills. Leadership,
problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills. A good
understanding of risk management and safety in the workplace.
Self-motivated and service-minded attitude. Staff must be available
for the duration of Summer Camp, May 27 through August 1, with a
maximum of 5 vacation days allowed. Must change into swimming
attire and swim with camp group each day. Staff must also complete
First Aid, CPR, BBP, Child Abuse Prevention, and Universal
Precautions training before camp begins on May 27. Please note
these training programs are provided. COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION: The
YMCA of Monroe County, founded on Christian principles, is a
charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to
enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and
physical well-being. Through group exercise classes, youth
programs, swim lessons, adult health programs, and more, we aim to
build a healthier Monroe County. Every day, we work side by side
with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age,
income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and
thrive.
Keywords: Young Men's Christian Association of Monroe County, Louisville , Camp Counselor SE, Education / Teaching , Bloomington, Kentucky
