Aquatics Camp Counselor

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

The Aquatics Camp Counselor is responsible for the conduct of Aquatic Adventure and Jr. Lifeguard Camps. Additional duties include the safety of members and program participants within all aquatic facilities as well as coordinating all aspects of teaching programs and curriculum. He/she will be responsible for carrying out and enforcing aquatic policies and procedures in compliance with statues as described by the State of Pennsylvania, the YMCA of the USA, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, lifeguard licensing agency Ellis and Associates, and YMCA insurance representatives.

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.   

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00 

What You’ll Do

• Teach Ellis & Associates lifeguarding for community members, volunteers, prospective employees, and current employees.
• Ensure that all courses as well as any course expenses have been approved by the facility. 
• Ensure that all courses in the pool area are taught with a licensed Ellis & Associates lifeguard on duty (other than you).  
• Ensure that every renewal student provides proof of certification that has not expired more than 45 days past the date listed certificates. 
• At the conclusion of any course ensure that every student has demonstrated the ability to master all competencies in the curriculum. 
• Complete all post- completion paperwork including: signatures, information on licenses/ILTP certificates, photocopies of all certificates/licenses, completed online or paper RCCMD, completed Ellis & Associates Student SCW, completed license/ILTP certificate information onto client services. 
• Ensure that all students who successfully pass the course receive an original ILTP certificate for their records and that all written exam answer sheets are properly shredded and discarded. 
• Make recommendations in writing to your Aquatic Supervisor for any course needs. 
• Ensure that all equipment is ready prior to the start of the course and put away at the end of each day or end of the course into the proper storage areas. 
• Support the facility by conducting any necessary in-service training, VAT (vigilance awareness tests) or other trainings while properly documenting them. 
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Minimum of 18 years of Age 
• Have thorough knowledge of enforcing aquatic procedures, pool rules, emergency procedures, and basic pool maintenance procedures.
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Oxygen Administration, AED, and Blood borne Pathogens 
• Transferred Ellis & Assoc. lifeguard certification within first 30 days of employment 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to multi-task 
• Demonstrate ability to problem solve quickly and effectively 
• Previous office experience preferred

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Why You Need To Apply

Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!