The Program Counselor (Day Camp) supports the planning, setup, and operation of different activity areas each day, ensures a safe and fun environment for campers, and assists with coordinating staff breaks so that all counselor teams remain energized and supported.

*Full-Time hours available. 

Specialty areas include: Nature, Sports and Arts & Crafts 

Camp Dates: June 8th - late August 21st 

Location: 14 Old South Freeport Road Freeport, Maine 04032 United States 

• Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to a large-group program which is consistent with the YMCA mission, goals, and objectives of the YMCA of Southern Maine.
• Conduct a safe, quality, and age-appropriate large group camp experience for your group.
• Be responsible during staff training and staff meetings to become completely familiar with the camping goals, programs, camp personnel policies, safety procedures, skills and protocol necessary to accomplish the specified position.
• Plan, organize, and implement a quality program for all campers.
• Participate in general planning and staff meetings.
• Be responsible for the health and safety of each camper.
• Be a positive adult role model for campers through good work habits, enthusiasm, good attitude, adherence to camp personnel policies, and safety rules.
• Assist each camper in adjusting to the camp environment and allow him/her to grow in individual achievements and peer group interactions.
• Assist in camp assemblies, family nights, all-camp activities, overnights, and special events as assigned.
• Keep group & programs areas safe, clean, and orderly.
• Complete session evaluations and season evaluations.
• Commit and fulfill all duties.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records of campers and immediately report all absences to the Camp Director.
• Immediately report all behavioral problems to the Camp Director. Document all incidents and communicate with Camp Director so they can contact families.
• Is an advocate to the Y by promoting our cause. Assists with the annual campaign by increasing awareness about the campaign within the Y community.
• Adheres to all Y Brand guidelines and receives prior approval for use and creation of any Y related social medic from the Marketing department.
• Learn and actively utilize UKG Employee Portal on a consistent basis.
• Other duties as required.

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Copy of necessary certifications and/or training certificates.
• Previous Junior Counselor or equivalent experience.
• Experience, knowledge, and ability to teach, and supervise campers in a variety of camp program activities.
• First Aid & CPR Certification.
• A Criminal Background check is required, including fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), prior to hire. This will be paid for by the YMCA of Southern Maine.

• Free personal membership
• Earned Paid Leave
• Generous program discounts
• Meaningful assistance programs like mentoring and retirement (403(b) and Y Retirement when eligible)
• Training, certification and advancement opportunities