General Counselor - Lake Stockwell

The General Counselor position is responsible for supporting the supervision of campers in a small group setting provided by the Head Counselor.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Assist the Head Counselor in the responsibility for the general safety and supervision of campers in assigned group.
• Assist Activity Directors during activity periods on an as needed basis. .
• General Counselors will be assigned to a different age group each week to learn to work with a variety of different ages of campers as well as staff members.
• Supervise and participate in all assigned aspects of the campers’ day which includes but is not limited to: Camper check-in and check-out; meal times; activities and extended am and extended pm duties as assigned.
• Attend and participate in one week of General Staff Training.

• The incumbent must be 18 years of age or older.
• Have knowledge in the supervision and safety of children.
• Must possess leadership skills that can assist in encouraging and motivating campers.
• Ability to teach songs, games, stories, sports and other related skills is preferred.
• Show enthusiasm, dedication, responsibility and maturity.

• YMCA Membership
• Discounted Programs
• 12% Employer Retirement Contribution
• Paid Sick Time