Summer Camp Counselor - Full-Time Seasonal (On Site) at YMCA of the Lowcountry – Port Royal, South Carolina

Salary: Minimum $12.00 - Maximum $15.00

Type: Full-Time Seasonal – Non-Exempt

Schedule: Average 40 hours per week during the summer months - June, July, and August

Reports to: Youth Development Director

Organization Overview

At the YMCA of the Lowcountry, we are more than an organization — we are a cause. Together, we strengthen our community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our staff are at the heart of this mission, creating safe, welcoming environments where children grow, families thrive, and everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Role Overview

Summer Counselors provide direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp program. Provides a high-quality experience for children and parents, grounded in the YMCA's core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Benefits You’ll Receive

• Complimentary YMCA Membership for Part-Time employees. An additional adult family member may be added for $20 per month
• Discounts on YMCA Programs (Immediate Family)
• 50% discount for staff working 20 or more hours per pay period
• 25% discount for staff working 10–19 hours per pay period
• 15% discount for staff working fewer than 10 hours per pay period

What You’ll Do

• Supervise and interact with counselors and their group of children
• Implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
• Adheres to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards
• Attends staff meetings and trainings
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff
• Model's relationship-building skills in all interactions
• Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s core values and has a desire to fulfill community needs
• Provides a high-quality experience to children and parents by planning and implementing program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with the Y’s core values
• Improvises quickly and appropriately in unexpected circumstances to better meet members' needs
• Generates and implements new ideas and approaches to improve member experiences by seeking out and incorporating diverse points of view
• Maintains positive relationships with other staff and participants through seeking to understand the other’s point of view, building credibility, and remaining calm in challenging situations

The YMCA of the Lowcountry is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants requiring accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.