Job Description

Job Location: 100 FANNY ROAD - MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ 07046
Position Type: Seasonal
Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.50 Hourly

Job Shift: DaySupport Staff (Camp Counselors) - June 22, - July 31, 2026
Locations:
- Lake Valhalla Club
- Rockaway River Country Club
Hours
- Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Are you energetic, responsible, and passionate about working with kids? Join the team at the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA as a Support Staff (Camp Counselor) and help create an unforgettable summer experience for campers!
Under the direction of the Site Director, Camp Counselors play an essential role in delivering a safe, engaging, and mission-driven camp program. You’ll provide direct supervision, lead activities, build positive relationships, and help foster a fun and inclusive environment where children grow in confidence, friendship, and character.
If you enjoy staying active, being part of a team, and making a real impact in your community — this is the summer job for you!
What You’ll Do
- Provide direct supervision of an assigned group of campers throughout the camp day
- Assist in leading daily activities including rotations, lunch, swimming supervision, and theme days
- Maintain YMCA program standards for safety, cleanliness, and risk management
- Follow all YMCA policies related to medical situations, behavior management, child abuse prevention, and emergency response
- Build positive, professional relationships with campers, families, and staff
- Help create a structured, inclusive, and fun camp environment
- Greet campers and families warmly at arrival and dismissal
- Collaborate closely with the Site Director and fellow camp staff
Benefits
- Free YMCA Membership for time worked including regulation-sized pool, BRAND NEW, STATE OF THE ART Health & Fitness Center, tons of fitness classes including Pilates, Yoga, cycling and so much more!
- See full membership information at Membership Benefit's - Lakeland Hills Family YMCA
- Day camp position — no overnight stays or bunk responsibilities. Enjoy a consistent 8:00 AM – 3:15 PM schedule and have your afternoons free!

Qualifications
- Entering first year of college or equivalent experience preferred
- Experience working with children in camp, education, athletics, or youth development settings
- Ability to serve as a positive role model and demonstrate strong character
What We’re Looking For
- Enthusiastic, dependable, and responsible
- Calm and level-headed in active or challenging situations
- Flexible and team-oriented
- Committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all campers
- Able to sustain high energy and active engagement throughout the camp day
- Passionate about helping children grow socially, emotionally, and developmentally