YMCA Summer Day Camp Counselor

Company: Ymca of Greater Omaha
Location: Council Bluffs
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description So many perks & benefits ~ Enjoy a flexible schedule ~ Work with great people ~ Make a difference in our community ~ Free YMCA membership ~ Locations across the metro – likely a Y near you ~ Tuition discounts ~ Flexible work attire ~ Training & development! BENEFITS: Free individual YMCA membership Locations across the metro – likely a Y near you! YMCA program & childcare discounts Flexible work attire – Y shirts provided & you choose your style Tuition discounts, training & development, & opportunities to advance. Rain On Demand Pay – get paid quicker 100% employer-paid retirement contribution of 12% of earnings – no employee match or contribution required (after meeting eligibility requirements) Enjoy a flexible schedule, work with great people, & make a difference in our community! POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. SDC Counselors create 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. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Supervises assigned group of children. 2. Supports SDC Director/Manager in planning and implementation of program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values. 3. Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness. 4. Actively participates in department and branch staff meetings and trainings. 5. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. 6. Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. 7. Performs other duties as assigned. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Engaging Community Inclusion Communication & Influence QUALIFICATIONS: 1. At least 18 years of age 2. Previous experience working with children aged 4-12 years, preferably in a day camp setting 3. Ability to supervise and play with children in a pool setting required 4. Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games or art 5. Demonstrated leadership, dependability & flexibility in work hours 6. Ability to work independently with attention to detail required 7. Complete before first shift: program-specific training 8. Complete within 30 days of hire: YMCA cause & culture training; BLS CPR/AED/First Aid 9. Follow youth boundaries policies and abuse risk management training. 10. Report suspicious behavior, policy violations, and adhere to mandated abuse reporting and responsibilities 11. Complete all required abuse prevention training prior to first shift. 12. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background check WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Indoor/outdoor environment, intermittent sitting, standing, walking, running and water play required. • Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions required. The YMCA of Greater Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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