Tennis Camp Counselor

About the position

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is looking for an energetic and motivated Counselor who enjoys planning and leading our Camp activities for ages Kindergarten to 6th grade. The Philadelphia Inquirer named the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) a 2024 Top Workplace. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all campers in the group and camp-wide and ensure a risk-free environment for all.
• Maintain positive relationships with campers, parents, and staff.
• Organize and maintain camp equipment, supplies, and property.
• Actively participate in all aspects of the day camp schedule as assigned.
• Maintain camp records including, but not limited to accident & incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance documents, etc.
• Maintain ACA requirements/ratios and help others do the same.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age and/or have prior experience in working with children in a camp environment.
• Must have tennis playing experience of 3 years minimum.
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs.
• Attend all required pre-camp and camp season trainings and meetings as scheduled.
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings before first day of camp.

Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees.
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day).
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University.
• Career development and paid training.
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00.