Lead Counselor - Columbus Ohio

Company: DeKalb Health
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Posted On: 05/06/2025

• Location: 1640 Sandalwood Place, Columbus, OH, 43229, United States
• Base Pay: $15.00 / Hour
• Job Category: Camp, Summer, Youth Development
• Employee Type: Seasonal
• Required Degree: High schoolContact Information:
  • Name: Katy Spittell-JaimeDescription:Summer Day Camp Lead CounselorPay Rate: $15 per hourThe Day Camp Lead Counselor provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp and assists the Camp Director in administration. Lead Counselors are cause-driven, dynamic members of the YMCA summer team who plan and execute camp programs and assist in creating a safe, active, and fun environment.Seasonal: Full Time and Part Time Hours (25-40 hours/week). Training begins the week of May 19. Camp ends no later than August 15. Exact dates vary by location.
    • FREE YMCA Membership for you and your household
    • 40+ hours of paid training (including American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certifications)
    • Fun, outdoor-based programming
    • Discounted programs
    • Fast-paced, supportive work environment
    • Rewarding work making a positive impact on young people
    • Opportunities for year-round employment
    • Flexible Schedule (program hours vary)Qualifications/Requirements:
      • Must be at least 18 years old; must be a high school graduate or equivalent; must have one year or more of college coursework.
      • Must have 1+ year of experience working with school-age children, preferably in a day camp or child care setting.
      • Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, STEAM activities.
      • Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations.
      • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
      • American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, AED, O2 certifications, and YMCA Child Abuse Prevention training must be completed by the start of the summer day camp program.
      • ODJFS Orientation to Day Camp training and ODJFS Child Abuse Prevention training must be completed within 30 days of hire date.Summary:Serves as a group leader/point of contact for a day camp location or group. Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
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