Job Description

The Counselor in Training Director is responsible for planning and implementing the Counselor in Training program at the YMCA of the Pines. The CIT Director educate s our young teens to become camp counselors and leaders themselves. The CITs are the future leaders of camp! The CIT Director is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the Red Feather program. The CIT Director lives in a cabin of 10-20 campers.   The CIT Director is a safety sensitive position .  

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Prepare, organize, and imple ment all aspects of the CIT program and is responsible for the general safety and supervision of campers in program.
• Create curriculum and lesson plans in accordance with the standard to e ducate CIT’s in the various. responsibilities and skills of child development, running activities and summer camp.   
• Supervise and participate in all assigned aspects of the CIT’s day which i ncludes but is not limited to; C IT check-in and check-out; mealtimes ; activities; a nd before/after- hours duties as assigned.
• Provide instructions, supervision and safety of all campers in program area and cabins.  
• Assist campers with achieving their goals.
• Assist with Trading Post.  
• Assist with tractor rides.  
• Attend and participa te in Administration Staff Training and All Staff Training.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• College degree preferred (or working toward degree).
• Ability to supervise and lead groups of campers.
• Possesses leadership skills that can assist in encouraging and motivating campers.
• Ability to teach songs, crafts, games, stories, sports, and related skills is preferred.
• Must show enthusiasm, dedication, responsibility and maturity and have the ability to interact and communicate clearly with campers, parents and staff.

• YMCA Membership
• Discounted Programs
• 12% Employer Retirement Contribution
• Paid Sick Time

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