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Summer Camp Lead Counselor - Seasonal
YMCA Of Central New York Inc · Southwest 09 · Active · Paylocity Recruiting
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | YMCA Of Central New York Inc |
| Title | Summer Camp Lead Counselor - Seasonal |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Camp Summer Opportunities |
| Location | Syracuse, NY, United States |
| Work model | - |
| Employment type | Part Time |
| Salary | USD |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | Paylocity Recruiting |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-04-10 / 2026-05-30 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-30 / 2026-06-06 |
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Description
$16.50/hour
Mon-Fri
A Career with a Cause
We are welcoming : we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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.
Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
We are for ALL.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Camp Program Director, the Lead Counselor is responsible for working with staff in an active outdoor day camp program that will meet the objectives of the YMCA and will be appropriate for campers who have completed grades K-1, 2-3, and 4-6. The Lead Counselor is individually responsible for 10 to 12 campers per session. Supervise and teach skills in a variety of areas including: arts & crafts, character education, sports, and games. Provide opportunities for all campers to build confidence, learn new life-skills, and develop friendships.
Essential Functions:
Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA. Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty. Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required. Supervises an assigned group of youth per Department of Health (DOH) mandated ratios. Plans and leads activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, and hobbies. Enforces camp rules and DOH regulations and ensures safety in the recreational facilities. Demonstrates use of recreational equipment and teaches participants the principles, techniques, and safety procedures for each activity. Greets new arrivals and introduces them to other campers; explains camp and facility rules. Reports camper complaints to leadership and works to resolve issues. Maintain records of attendance and parent communication if needed. Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse. Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Clean and store equipment per branch procedures. Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings. Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA. YMCA Leadership Competencies:
Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations
Full job record
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| Provider Job Key | 3858167 |
| Title | Summer Camp Lead Counselor - Seasonal |
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| Location Text | Southwest 09 |
| Department | Camp Summer Opportunities |
| Team | — |
| Employment Type | part_time |
| Workplace Type | — |
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| Country | United States |
| Region | NY |
| City | Syracuse |
| Salary Raw | USD |
| Salary Min | — |
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| Apply URL | https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/jobs/Apply/3858167 |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-30 05:44:51Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 13:36:01Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 13:36:01Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-05-30 05:44:51Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-04-10 21:53:01Z |
| Source Updated At | — |
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