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Ready to Help Other Kids?

Residential Junior Camp Counselor Volunteer

DURATION

More than 4 hours

WHERE

YMCA Camp Frank A Day is located on the shores of Lake Quacumquasit: 125 S Pond Road, East Brookfield, MA 01515.

WHEN

LENGTH OF TIME:  Because of COVID regulations, volunteers and staff will be required to live on camp for the whole session.

  1. Commitment of one and a half weeks of pre-camp training in June
  2. Commitment to all sessions (6 weeks) of camp.
  3. Please allow 1-2 weeks prior to start date for paperwork, background checks, and online trainings to get completed.
  4. Start Time: June

WHOSE HELP IS REQUIRED

You must be at least 17 years old to apply.

HOW IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Camp Counselors work with us to help children grow to their potentials. 

DESCRIPTION

YMCA Camp Frank A. Day is a coed residential camp for boys and girls ages 7-16. The Junior Camp Counselor will assist the Camp Counselor and co-supervise and effectively co-lead a group of campers in daily camp activities. 

ITEMS NEEDED

Physical Demands:

  1. Hear noises and work in fast paced environment that requires patience, focus and diligence.
  2. Meet strength and lifting requirements of 25lbs.
  3. See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. At least 17 years old
  2. Ability and experience in supervising children or in a Residential Summer Camp setting
  3. Desire and ability to live and work in a camp setting
  4. Good role model, high integrity, and adaptable
  5. Ability to understand and follow directions
  6. Positive attitude and ability to build a cohesive team
  7. Preferred Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, Emergency Oxygen and Lifeguard Training.

NEXT STEPS

If you meet all the qualifications and are looking for a fun, rewarding counselor experience, please VIEW INSTRUCTIONS below.

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  1. Please visit this page for more information about the Junior Camp Counselor position.
  2. For more information, and/or apply, please contact Steve Lockney, Resident Camp Director, stephanl@wsymca.org
    (P) 617 244 6050 ext 3030
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