2026 Summer Seasonal Camp Counselor at Gallatin Valley YMCA

TemporaryDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:Provides direct supervision of a group of children aged 5-12 in summer day camp. Providing a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty respect responsibility and caring.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Supervises a group of children with a creative fun positive attitude.2. Implement program activities and curriculum that are culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate.3. Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.4. Attends staff meetings and trainings.5. Follows YMCA policies and procedures including those related to medical and disciplinary situations child abuse prevention and emergencies.6. Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.RequirementsYMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds abilities opinions and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other persons point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals clarifies tasks plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.QUALIFICATIONS:High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting.Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living archery boating camping songs/music skits sports aquatics recreational games etc.At least 16 years of age.CPR First Aid and AED certifications before the start date.PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.Ability to observe camper behavior assess its appropriateness enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.Ability to observe staff behavior assess its appropriateness enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate management techniques.Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire evacuation illness or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.GVYMCA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by local state or federal law. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check.**PLEASE INCLUDE 3 REFERENCE CHECKS ONE PROFESSIONAL IN YOUR COVER LETTER.** Key Skills Microsoft Office,Public Relations,Google Docs,Data Collection,MailChimp,Microsoft Word,Dermal Fillers,Microsoft Powerpoint,Research Experience,Microsoft Excel,Adobe Photoshop,Writing Skills Employment Type : Temp Experience: years Vacancy: 1