Jr. Counselor

• Understand and implement the Vision and Values of Camp Minikani and the YMCA
• Build relationships with campers, staff, AD Staff, Camping Services team, parents, and alumni
• Support LTs while they complete their assigned roles at meals
• Assist LTs in waitering all meals
• Assist Day Camp Directors with check-in and check-out when available
• Assist Leadership and Trips Director with check-in and check-out of camping equipment
• Assist Leadership and Trips Director in maintenance of all camping equipment in the outpost
• Support and facilitate evening activity programming
• Foster relationships between the campers and staff of all Units
• Assist with opening and closing day
• Support health center with lice checks and other opening day tasks
• When available, support skills and cabin activity programming alongside counseling staff
• Any other duties as assigned by the Summer Camp Director or Leadership and Trips Director
• Have Fun

• Model values of honesty, integrity and the ability to work well with a diverse population of members
• Outstanding judgment and commitment to safe practices
• Ability to be outdoors for majority of the day
• Should have a positive history of leadership in the areas of staff development, relationship building and program management
• Should have experience working with youth, preferably in a camp setting
• The proven ability to establish and maintain favorable relationships with people of diverse backgrounds required

Room and Board Provided