Day Camp Group Leader: North Dallas

## Description **Day Camp Group Leader** Are you passionate about creating meaningful and memorable experiences for children in a safe, supportive environment? Join YMCA Childcare as a Day Camp Group Leader and play a vital role in providing a fun, enriching, and secure summer camp experience for every child. **** **About Us** At YMCA Childcare, we are mission-led, innovative-driven, locally inspired, and deeply committed to safety. We are committed to strengthening our communities and building brighter futures for children and families. **** **Position Overview** As a **Day Camp Group Leader**, you will: - Ensure campers are organized into age-appropriate groups and supported in a safe, engaging, and bully-free environment - Plan and implement daily camp activities that promote creativity, learning, and intellectual curiosity - Maintain accurate daily attendance records and follow all field trip procedures - Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating respect, patience, integrity, courtesy, loyalty, and maturity - Build and maintain positive relationships with campers, families, and staff - Actively support the YMCA’s mission and community impact by participating in philanthropic initiatives, including engagement in the Annual Campaign to help raise awareness and funds - Perform other job duties as assigned **** **Requirements** - Must meet state licensing standards with the Texas Department of State Health Services or the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services - Minimum age of 18 - High school diploma/GED required; higher education preferred - Previous childcare experience preferred but not required - Ability to work outdoors for most of the day and lead activities, including swimming days - Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift at least 30 pounds, and transition easily between sitting and standing **** **Employee Benefits** - No weekend work; seasonal paid training - Free YMCA membership with family upgrade options and program discounts - Competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, and paid orientation and training - Paid CPR certification and fingerprinting - Employee referral bonus and earned wage access - Retirement options, benefits package, and PTO eligibility - Free YMCA T-shirts and seasonal discounts - Access to mental health resources and career opportunities for advancement within the organization **Join Us** If you’re ready to make a difference while working in a supportive and dynamic environment, we invite you to apply to become a Day Camp Group Leader at YMCA Childcare. **** **Make a difference. Work at the Y.**