Outdoor Summer Camp Counselors at YMCA Camp Moody, are role models and make a difference in the lives of youth throughout Central Texas. As an Outdoor Summer camp Counselor, you'll provide enriching, safe, and memorable experiences for thousands of campers. You'll help campers gain a sense of achievement, build relationships, and find their sense of belonging. Most importantly, you'll ensure our campers have the best summer yet! Apply today!

Location: Camp Moody - 1200 Old San Antonio Rd. Buda, Texas 78610

Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour for training and $16 per hour when Summer Camp begins.

Benefits & Perks:

• Free Nationwide Gym Membership for your Household
• Retirement Planning Options
• Learning and development workshops and trainings
• Career advancement opportunities
• Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Cell Phone Plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users
• Staff Discounts on Programs & Services
• Flexible schedules and much more!

What You'll Do:

• Build a positive relationship with each camper and actively engage with campers to foster the positive development of each child and the group.
• Adhere to policies and procedures in a proactive manner, making the safety and care of children your primary focus.
• Actively facilitate and supervise campers during skills activities (ex. fishing, canoeing, archery, hiking, crafts, rock wall, and more).
• Lead camp songs, skits, games, outdoor education, and crafts.
• Assist in enrollment, recording, and submitting daily attendance records and any other required documents.
• Actively participate in all aspects of staff development, including team meetings, and pre-service training.
• Hike camper groups to different activities outdoors and are frequently in the sun.
• Promote the YMCA's character values, mission, wellness philosophy, and role in the community.
• Lead by example the Y’s mission, vision, and values with program participants, members, staff, and guests.
• Become an Ambassador of the Y’s work and culture by being the ultimate storyteller of who we are as an organization and brand.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the Purpose:

• Education and Experience:
  • Minimum of 18 years old and have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Availability:
  • Flexible availability on Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:00 am – 6:30 pm.
  • Oboarding and training begin May 2023.
• Skills:
  • You have a growth mindset: You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in an effort to continuously improve
  • You are a team player: You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and you can work well with others.
  • You are a strong communicator: You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively.
  • You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging: You leverage people’s differences as strengths.
  • You have a passion to work with families and children in an outdoor setting.
  • You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging. You leverage people’s differences as strengths.

About Us:

The YMCA of Austin is a dynamic, equitable force in the community that helps people of all backgrounds improve their total wellbeing and quality of life. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y is a $40 million community enterprise that serves nearly 100,000 people annually through eight centers. We also provide afterschool education and care at more than 70 licensed campuses in four school districts. Unlike any other organization in the region, the Austin Y has the unique ability to welcome, educate and elevate all, and is committed to creating innovative programs, places…and people.

Additional Information:

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The YMCA of Austin provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. YMCA of Austin complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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