Summer Day Camp @ Rensselaer County

Now Hiring for Summer 2024!

These positions supports the work of the Y, a leading charity committed to strengthening community. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.

CAMP VACANCIES @ TROY YMCA/TURNPIKE ELEMENTARY

• Camp Counselors

• Camp Unit Leaders

Selected applicants will be required to work at BOTH locations as the camp program will alternate between the Troy YMCA & Turnpike Elementary. See schedule below.

SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM SCHEDULE

CAMP COUNSELOR - $15.00 PER HOUR - SUPPORTS CAMP LEARDERSHIP

REQUIRED DOCUMENT(S): NYS Working Papers (Under 18 yrs old), and Resume (w/ALL childcare experience)

• Must be 16 years of age.
• Reliable transportation to BOTH sites is required.
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

CAMP UNIT LEADER - $15.05 PER HOUR - MANAGES A GROUP OF CAMPERS

REQUIRED DOCUMENT(S): Resume (w/ALL childcare experience)

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Reliable transportation to BOTH sites is required.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Must have knowledge of crafts, archery, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc.
• Previous experience working with children in camping, recreation, teaching, childcare or physical education is required.

ALL CREDENTIALS MUST BE UPLOADED IN DOCUMENTS SECTION OF YOUR PRESENCE (PROFILE) BEFORE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT CAN BE EXTENDED.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED or better

Licenses & Certifications

• First Aid
• AED
• CPR

Skills

• Work in diverse community
• Problem Solving
• Organizational
• Communication

• Camping

Behaviors

• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization