Do you love working with peers and children? Are you looking for a position where you'll be active in Michigan's beautiful summer outdoors? Do you have a heart for children and families? The YMCA of Metropolitan Lansing is looking for energetic, organized, and dependable *Camp Counselors* for the Summer 2024 Camp Season at the *Parkwood Y* (East Lansing).
As part of the Y's camp program, the Camp Counselors are responsible for nurturing, interacting with, supporting, and creating a safe and inclusive environment in which staff and campers have a fun-filled, exciting camp experience.
This position is active from May through August.
*RESPONSIBILITIES*:
* Maintain a positive attitude at all times and act in a professional manner when interacting with members, program participants, and other staff.
* Understand and follow all Michigan camp licensing rules and procedures for school-age programs.
* Continuously monitor children within your group and provide constructive and positive reinforcement when necessary.
* Follow the proper discipline protocol when necessary.
* Report member and guest comments, suggestions, complaints, concerns, and problems to supervisor in a timely manner.
* Other duties as assigned.
*JOB REQUIREMENTS:*
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
* High school diploma or equivalent is required.
* Minimum of one years’ experience working with children in a group setting and creating and implementing lesson plans.
* Must demonstrate creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication.
* Outgoing, friendly, and enthusiastic personality.
Strong interpersonal skills.
* Ability to accept supervision and guidance as well as constructive feedback.
* Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
* Must be CPR and First Aid certified prior to the beginning of camp (paid by the Y).
* Completion of YMCA trainings within a required time frame.
*BENEFITS:*
All employees of the Lansing YMCA receive an adult membership at the Y to take advantage of all our programs and facilities at no charge!
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $12.
50 - $14.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Child/Youth care: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* East Lansing, MI 48823: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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