Registered Behavioral Technician

COMPENSATION:

$410 / Weekly

POSITION DURATION:
May 16, 2026 - August 1, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

The RBT, or Registered Behavioral Technician falls under the umbrella of “Activity Specialist”, but does not oversee facilitation of an afternoon “Ohana Time” activity. The main responsibilities of the RBT will include lesson planning and facilitation of our Resilience Speciality Camp, pulling reports and gaining an understanding for the assistance required for various campers with different behavioral or emotional needs, communicating with campers and parents on check in days, and various assistance in cabins throughout the weeks. The RBT must be a self motivated and outgoing individual who can anticipate needs of campers and counselors throughout the typical camp day and puts themselves where most helpful.

All activity specialists will work closely with the Overnight Camp Coordinator (direct supervisor) and must be comfortable receiving constructive feedback and executing tasks provided by said Coordinator. All Activity Specialists must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA’s mission and goals, and a desire to work with children. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor and self-control are all essential. All activity specialists work together on a rotational basis to plan and execute evening programs such as Large Group Games, Campfire Programs, Camp Dance, Camp Out, and have the innovation and creativity skills to do so in a new and exciting manner for our campers and their fellow staff. All activity specialists must want to go the extra mile for an exceptional camper and staff experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Leadership:

• Be a role model for & develop positive relationships with camp counselors.
• Actively supervise and support camp counselors, enabling them to provide high quality programming. Hold camp counselors accountable to camp rules and expectations.
• Ensure camp counselors get adequate time off.
• Assist with staff training

Child Development:

• Be a role model for & develop positive meaningful relationships with youth. 
• Provide children with the opportunities to make new friends and learn new activities.
• Be aware of health and safety concerns.
• Ensure that Camp Erdman is a positive and memorable experience instilling a strong desire to return to every camper. 

Programming:

• Provide innovative and fun programming including leading skill tracks and cabin times.
• Operate your program within the Camp Erdman schedule.
• Foster a sense of ownership in programs and facilities.
• Other duties as required that pertain to the operation of a summer camp.
• Attend staff training and meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of college education preferred
• RBT Certification, or relevant coursework/experience, preferred
• Experience working with children
• Prior summer camp experience preferred
• Prior experience leading peers preferred
• CPR/AED & First Aid required
• TB test required
• Ability to be physically active all day

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