RESIDENT CAMP COUNSELOR JOB DESCRIPTION:
Resident Camp Counselor positions are open at this beautiful 300-acre camp in Oracle, Arizona, just outside of Tucson. On-campus housing is available, which includes lodging and utilities. This position supports the work of the YMCA of Southern Arizona, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities. The Resident Camp Counselor is responsible for the development, care, and safety of a troop of campers. This position leads and directly supervises a diverse group of up to 15 youth, aged 6 through 17 years, at the Triangle Y Ranch Camp and Retreat Center. This position will be involved in scheduling evening programs, assessing child needs, and any other tasks that affect the well-being of campers.
Anticipated Start Date: May 17th, 2025
Anticipated End Date: July 19th, 2025
Site Location:
Triangle Y Ranch Camp & Retreat Center
34434 S. Y Camp Road
BOX 350
Oracle, AZ 85623
RESPONSIBILITIES OF A RESIDENT CAMP COUNSELOR:
- Provides leadership and models excellent customer service to provide a welcoming environment for all staff, campers, members, and guests by following customer service best practices.
- Delivers a personalized approach when engaging with program participants that creates a positive experience.
- Supervises and provides leadership for an assigned group of children.
- Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
- Effectively engages with diverse groups of people with different abilities and backgrounds.
- Creates and fosters strong relationships with YMCA staff, members, program participants and guests. Builds relationships with campers; Helps youth connect with one another and the YMCA.
- Takes ownership through seeking to understand camper concerns and successfully takes actions to resolve each unique situation utilizing strong conflict management skills. Notifies appropriate leadership in a timely manner to ensure the best outcome for all parties involved.
- Responds appropriately to emergency, medical, disciplinary, and child abuse prevention situations while adhering to the safety policies and procedures set by the YMCA of Southern Arizona.
- Assists with programming activities, to include lifeguarding, high ropes, shooting sports, aquatics, general activities, arts & crafts, team building, and challenge courses.
- Provides supervision for and initiates appropriate actions to maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization throughout the facility with priority in assigned program area.
- Knowledgeable about the rules and guidelines for caring for youth in a camp setting.
- Consistently follows and applies all YMCA procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, safety guidelines, sanitization schedule, facility access procedures, and membership policies. Carries out emergency plans as appropriate.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS OF A RESIDENT CAMP COUNSELOR:
- At Least 18 years of age.
- Current Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Current CPR, AED, & First Aid certifications or completion within thirty days of hire.
- Completion of YMCA online training within 7 days.
- High school degree or GED preferred.
- Experience leading and working with children in a resident camp setting preferred.
- Background in childcare preferred.
- Basic knowledge of youth development.
- Camper First mindset.
- Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities.
- Previous experience with diverse populations and/or the ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with
people from different backgrounds.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
PART-TIME BENEFITS:
- Free YMCA membership for employee, one additional adult and all the employee's dependents under age 24, living in the household
- 12% Employer funded retirement plan (once eligible)
- One (1) hour of sick time accrued for every 30 hours worked (can use up to 40 hours per year)
- 50% off YMCA of Southern Arizona programs (eg: swim lessons, sports leagues, camp registrations, personal training packages, and more!)
OUR YMCA CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
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.