Job Details: Job Location: Camp Cosby - Alpine, AL, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, General Function: In accordance with the Christian principles of the YMCA, this summer position involved assistance with the care of summer campers, ensuring their safety, well-being, happiness, growth and development. The Counselor lives in a cabin with the campers and assists with all cabin activities under the leadership of the Sr. Counselor. This position also includes facilitation of a minimum of two activity areas for campers throughout the camp. Know How: Belief in the YMCA Mission, set an example of high moral standards, Christian character and values. An attitude of teamwork and enthusiasm of service to others. Prior experience with children in camping or related youth work. Physical ability to cover entire camp grounds and participate in all camp activities. Must be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certifications. Must be 18 years of age. Principle Activities: 1. Live with campers and assist in the responsibility of their safety, health, welfare and happiness of each camper in your cabin. 2. Attend all staff meetings. 3. Assist campers in designing their daily schedule during camper activity sign-up. 4. Assist campers with writing home. 5. Work 5 daily activities along with cabin activities and evening programs. 6. Assist Sr. Counselor in leading 3 camp wide morning watches to include a song, devotion and our pledge of allegiance. 7. During check in and check out assist with traffic and luggage. 8. Assist campers in packing up to make sure all items are claimed to the right owner minimizing lost and found. 9. Assure there is always a staff member 19 or older within earshot or eyesight. Effects on End Result: The effectiveness of this position can be measured by Counselors who show an aptitude to assist and learn in an attitude of enthusiasm of service to others providing a positive image of Camp Cosby and the YMCA. Qualifications: